Netflix Cancels The Recruit, Drawing Negative Fan Responses

Netflix surprised a number of its subscribers after canceling one of their favorite series. Many took to social media to air their disappointment with the streaming giant’s move. Netflix has a reputation for canceling well-loved and successful shows, which leaves fans frustrated.

Among the many shows the streamer has decided to cancel there have been some real disappointments. The OA, despite its cult following, was cut after two seasons. GLOW, a critically acclaimed comedy-drama that was initially renewed for a final season was abruptly canceled due to the pandemic. Warrior Nun was canceled after two seasons despite its strong global fan base and being among the most-watched series on the platform. The latest show to be canceled by Netflix is The Recruit.

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Netflix decided to cancel the Noah Centineo-starring series after two seasons. The cancellation occurred a month after Season 2 premiered, and many were surprised with the decision. “@netflix never fails to DISAPPOINT. @netflix 100% INTENTIONALLY SABOTAGED The Recruit releasing it so close to The Night Agent. What the heck are people even paying for?” one commented on a post about the cancellation on X. Several others shared the same sentiment. Another said the series “performed well” despite its long hiatus and deserved more than six episodes. “It’s like Netflix didn’t want The Recruit to succeed—and it still did smh,” the X user wrote. A different fan added that the news of The Recruit’s cancellation “broke” them because “It just doesn’t make sense.“

The cancellation was a surprise to many. Alexi Hawley, the creator of The Recruit, said in January that he was feeling good that they would be renewed for a third season. “We’re waiting for Netflix to officially do their thing with,” he said per Deadline. “There’s a lot of goodwill inside Netflix towards the show and towards Noah; I think they very much feel like Noah is a homegrown star, which he is. So I’m feeling super positive about it, as positive as you can feel in this town at this time.” Colton Dunn, who played Lester, a former CIA operative and colleague of Owen Hendricks (Noah Centineo) in the series, confirmed the cancellation in a post on Threads “The Recruit has been cancelled yall,” he wrote. He thanked fans who watched the show and announced he was open to other opportunities. “I’m AVAILABLE NOW! Hire me for you[r] tv story!!” he added.

It’s understandable why many are upset with Netflix’s decision to cancel The Recruit after two seasons. The show has been performing well, with The Recruit Season 2 receiving a 92% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Fans want to see more of CIA lawyer Owen Hendricks’s adventure, especially since his fate after the second season’s finale is uncertain. The audience loved The Recruit’s blend of action, humor, and intricate narrative. Also, there are still unanswered questions and lingering threats, leaving room for the next season to explore. Unfortunately, with the show being canceled, fans would have to deal with how Hendrick’s story ended in Season 2.

Netflix’s decision to cancel fan-favorite shows is usually driven by numbers, data, business strategy and profits. As a business, it will prioritize shows that will bring new subscribers. So, if the show does not attract new audiences, Netflix may end it. Also, if a show starts strong and the viewership drops mid-season, the streaming giant may cancel it. In the end, Netflix has the final say and the subscribers have to deal with that.

The Recruit streams on Netflix.

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Source: Colton Dunn/Thread