A beloved NBC comedy series has been unexpectedly axed after just three seasons, leaving fans stunned and heartbroken by the network’s decision. The news came as a shock to many viewers who had grown attached to the show’s quirky characters and feel-good storylines. According to Dateline, NBC made the tough call in an effort to reshuffle its primetime schedule and accommodate extended NBA coverage in the upcoming season. The abrupt cancellation has triggered a wave of disappointment across social media, with loyal fans expressing frustration over the loss of yet another well-loved series. For many, it feels like the show still had so much potential left unexplored, making the announcement all the more bittersweet.
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NBC has canceled a beloved comedy
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Night Court has not been renewed after three seasonsCredit: Getty
The outlet reported Night Court has been canceled after three seasons.
The final episode aired this week, leaving fans shocked over the network’s decision.
The multi-camera comedy stars Melissa Rauch and is a reboot of the original sitcom from 1984.
Dateline reported that the series, which started off strong with high ratings, tried to fight for a shorter last season, but was ultimately turned down.
The show could be picked up by another network.
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The series is a reboot of the original sitcom from 1984Credit: Getty
FAN REACTION
Fans have turned to social media to express their frustration over the show’s cancellation.
Alana King, who worked on the show, posted on X, “Completely heartbroken for my Night Court fam.”
One fan wrote, “The original night court was my favorite! But I did like this one.”
A second fan said, “This is so unfair that Night Court is canceled after 3 seasons.”
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A third viewer said, “Dang night court! I thought Lopez would be the first one.”
Another asked, “What’s NBC gonna replace in place of ‘Night Court’ and ‘Lopez vs Lopez’ in the schedule?”
Night Court followed Judge Abby Stone, as she worked the night shift of Manhattan arraignment court like her late father Harry.
ANOTHER CANCELLATION
Multi-camera show Lopez vs Lopez has also been canceled by NBC after three seasons.
The comedy starred George Lopez and his real-life daughter Maya Lopez.
NBC’s Happy’s Place, which is the third multi-camera comedy that aired on NBC, has been renewed for another season.
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George Lopez’s Lopez vs. Lopez has also been canceledCredit: Getty
CBS SHOWS CUT
NBC isn’t the only network canceling shows, as CBS has ended many series’ as well.
Beloved series S.W.A.T is coming to an end after eight seasons.
Another show that is done at CBS is the Queen Latifah-led series The Equalizer.
Reality competition show The Summit was canceled after it received harsh reviews.
One person described the reality series as “the worst show ever.”
Comedy The Neighborhood starring Cedric the Entertainer and New Girl’s Max Greenfield will end after 8 seasons.
Another sitcom to be cut is Poppa’s House led by Wayans family members, Damon Sr. and his son Damon Jr.
Streamers are also not safe, as Netflix slashed The Recruit, Territory, The Sandman and The Empress earlier this month.
Peacock said goodbye to horror-thriller series’ Teacup and Hysteria!.
Joining the shows being dropped from the streaming service are Mr Throwback and dark comedy Based on a True Story, which stars Kaley Cuoco.
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Peacock also made cuts, as Based on a True Story featuring Kaley Cuoco has also been canceled after two seasonsCredit: Getty
