HBO Max just canceled this sitcom reboot after a single season

HBO Max just canceled this sitcom reboot afterward a single flavour

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HBO Max clearly isn't in the holiday spirit, as the streamer has just announced that its Head of the Course reboot won't be returning for a 2d flavor. The refresh of the classic sitcom has been canceled afterward merely a unmarried flavour on the platform.

A reimagining of the series of the same name, which originally ran for five seasons betwixt 1986 and 1991, the 2021 version of Head of the Class introduced viewers to a whole new bandage and a new high school setting. Unfortunately, information technology would seem that HBO Max subscribers only weren't that interested in the series as it'south been canned after only a single ten episode run.

The Hollywood Reporter reports that HBO Max has halted whatsoever plans for more than episodes. In a statement, the streamer said: "We will not be moving forward with a 2nd flavor of Head of the Form. Nosotros were grateful to work with Neb [Lawrence], Amy [Pocha], and Seth [Cohen] to bring back such an iconic serial, and we give thanks them and the terrific bandage for their hard work and dedication."

The reboot followed roughly the same premises every bit its predecessor. The bear witness was centered on the trials and tribulations of a immature instructor (Isabelle Gomez) who takes charge of an honors course at a fictional high school filled with quirky characters. Robin Givens reprised her role from the original series, but otherwise, the bandage was filled with fresh faces.

Since its launch roughly 18 months agone HBO Max has only canceled one other original series. Teenage drama Generations was canned after a single season comprised of 16 episodes. It would announced that HBO Max is taking a leaf out of Netflix's book.

The world'southward most popular streaming service has developed a reputation for ruthlessly canceling original shows later ane unmarried if they fail to perform. This penchant for cancellations was most recently seen last month when Netflix canceled its live-action adaption of anime Cowboy Bebop after its first flavour launched to a very muted response.

It's non only HBO Max and Netflix that accept been in the mood for cancellations lately. Disney Plus also recently pulled the plug on its reboot of cop-canine comedy series Turner & Hooch and cancelled the family-focused series Diary of a Futurity President. Overall, 2021 has been a pretty roughshod yr when it comes to renews with plenty of shows getting the chop across streaming platforms.

While HBO Max won't be moving forrard with the second season of Head of Course, we still rank information technology equally our top selection among the best streaming services. If you looking for something to watch on HBO Max in the run-upwards to the holidays, why not try one of the best Christmas TV episodes and specials.

Rory is a staff writer at Tom's Guide based in the United kingdom of great britain and northern ireland. He covers a wide range of topics including tech news, deals, gaming, streaming and more. When he'south not writing hot takes on the latest gaming hardware and streaming shows, he can exist institute watching a borderline unhealthy amount of movies and beingness thoroughly disappointed by his terrible football squad.