American Vandal Gets Surprising Update Years After Netflix Cancellation

As a passionate gamer and a devoted fan of American Vandal, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nostalgia upon hearing the news that CBS Studios may be exploring ways to bring back this brilliantly innovative comedy series. Six long years have passed since its untimely cancellation by Netflix, and the absence of Peter Maldonado and his investigative antics has left an empty void in my viewing schedule.


Six years have passed since “American Vandal,” the acclaimed documentary satire series by Netflix, met its end. The show received rave reviews from both critics and viewers, boasting a 98% approval rating among critics and 91% among audiences on Rotten Tomatoes after just two seasons. However, Netflix announced that “American Vandal” would not be renewed for a third season. They expressed their gratitude towards the creators, writers, cast, and crew for bringing their groundbreaking comedy to the streaming platform, as well as to the fans and critics who appreciated its distinctive and unconventional humor. Now, there’s news that this beloved show might have another chance.

I’m an expert in media news, and according to my sources at Deadline, the rights to the initial slate of original series produced by CBS Studios for Netflix have been returned to the studio. In a recent interview with Deadline, CBS Studios President David Stapf shared his insights on the increasing demand from streamers for broadcast-style procedurals. He also hinted that there could be potential plans in the future related to American Vandal.

Stapf expressed his enthusiasm for the show they’ve explored and its captivating title, sharing that there are no immediate plans but a strong desire to revive it in some form eventually.

American Vandal Creators Address Cancellation:

In the year 2022, Tony Yacenda and Dan Perrault sat down for an exclusive interview with ComingSoon. They shared their thoughts openly about the unfortunate cancellation of American Vandal.

“It’s disappointing when something beloved gets canceled, yet we’re thankful for having had the chance to create it in the first place,” Yacenda expressed. “Describing that show’s concept is astonishing, given that someone allowed us to produce it back in 2016. External market conditions enabled its creation. By contrast, by 2018, the streaming industry had significantly evolved. However, we can’t grumble about the changes without acknowledging our immense gratitude for the initial opportunity.”

Tony and I had collaborated for years prior to working on “Vandal.” Yet, this project marked a significant advancement in our ability to effectively team up. The skills we employed on “Players” were largely influenced by our experience with “Vandal.” We’re deeply appreciative of Netflix and everyone who provided us with the opportunity to work on “Vandal.”

As a gamer, I totally agree with Tony’s assessment that we were fortunate to sell and produce those mockumentaries when we did. Making them was no walk in the park, though. Between the challenging gameplay of “Players” and creating intricate social media personas for our fictional characters, it was a tough gig. But I’m eternally grateful for the chance to be part of this project. What’s more, each season stands alone, which is a relief since we steer clear of cliffhangers in “American Vandal.”

Stay tuned for more updates about upcoming TV projects.

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2024-07-14 03:10