Multiple networks and streamers axed over a dozen TV shows this month, and some never even made it to screen. The series faced cancellations across Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, NBC, BBC, and HBO Max throughout June 2026.
All TV shows and series specials that got canceled in June 2026
Networks and streamers axed numerous series in June 2026, from Emilia Clarke’s Ponies to the Duffer Brothers’ The Boroughs. Meanwhile, Devil May Cry and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder secured final-season renewals.
Typical Cancellations
Several shows lost their spots on various platforms this month.
- Netflix canceled Building the Band after one season. The competition series featured late One Direction singer Liam Payne.
- Netflix also axed The Boroughs after one season. The Duffer Brothers developed the series for the platform.
- Peacock canceled Emilia Clarke’s spy thriller Ponies despite a 94% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes.
- NBC dropped The Hunting Party after two seasons. Universal Television reportedly plans to shop the series elsewhere.
- Prime Video canceled Aubrey Plaza’s animated comedy Kevin after one season. Plaza shared the news on Instagram and compared its situation to Parks and Recreation’s early struggles.
- The BBC severed ties with Ashley Cain: Into the Danger Zone over resurfaced misogynistic social media posts.
Shows and Specials That Never Made It to Screen
- Amazon canceled a new Stargate TV series before production began. Executives felt the show lacked broad audience appeal beyond existing fans.
- The BBC scrapped its planned Doctor Who 2026 Christmas special. Insiders suggest the franchise may not return until 2028 at the earliest.
- HBO Max quietly shelved the Anon Pls. adaptation after a four-year development period.
Shows Renewed for Final Seasons
- Netflix renewed Devil May Cry for a third and final season.
- Netflix also renewed A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder for a third and final season, set for 2027.
Recently Canceled and Ending TV Shows in May 2026
Going Dutch, Brilliant Minds, Stumble, and Spartacus: House of Ashur also received cancellation notices during May 2026, while Euphoria, Emily in Paris, The Night Agent, and The Lincoln Lawyer confirmed final-season endings.
