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HBO Max Cancels Acclaimed Anthology Series 'Love Life' After Two Seasons
8 Aug
Summary
- 'Love Life' canceled by HBO Max over a year after Season 2 finale
- Series creator Sam Boyd laments cancellation, hopes to find new home
- Show received critical acclaim, with Season 2 named one of 2021's best
In a surprising move, HBO Max has announced the cancellation of the critically acclaimed anthology series 'Love Life' after just two seasons. The news comes over a year after the release of the Season 2 finale, which premiered on November 11, 2021.
'Love Life' had garnered a loyal following for its unique storytelling approach, with each season focusing on a different protagonist's search for love. Season 1 starred Anna Kendrick as the lovelorn Darby Carter, while Season 2 centered around William Jackson Harper's character, Marcus Watkins. The show's ensemble casts, including Zoë Chao, Jessica Williams, and Punkie Johnson, also received praise for their performances.
Despite the series' critical success, HBO Max has decided to pull the plug on 'Love Life.' Creator Sam Boyd expressed his disappointment on Twitter, stating, "Bummed that this is now a thing that can happen! Gonna try to figure out somewhere else for it to live, so it doesn't just **not exist anymore**, but no matter what, I'm SO proud of it and SO grateful to everyone who worked on it & everyone who watched. This show changed my life."
The cancellation of 'Love Life' is a blow to fans of the series, who have come to appreciate its unique approach to the romantic comedy genre. However, with the showrunner's determination to find a new home for the series, there may still be hope for the beloved characters and their stories to continue.
