Rosamund Pike recently posted her first comments about the cancellation of “The Wheel of Time” series, hinting at Aes Sedai mystery and sadness. In an Instagram Story post, she shared a photo from Season 3 set, showcasing one of her detailed costumes during the Rhuidean sequence, where she experienced multiple potential future scenarios in a grand desert backdrop. She wrote, “Perhaps I sensed the end approaching and felt compelled to express my sorrow and anger towards the heavens.” Since the series was axed over a month ago, this is an indication that hopes for a last-minute reprieve might be dwindling.
In the fierce competition among fantasy series vying to be the next “Game of Thrones,” The Wheel of Time was a notable contender, and initially, it seemed poised for success. Pike, with her established stardom and passion for the original work – a 14-book series penned by Robert Jordan – took the lead. She served as an executive producer and portrayed Moiraine Damodred, a crucial Aes Sedai character embarking on a mission to fulfill the most significant prophecy of this era.
In a post shared on her Instagram Stories, weeks following the cancellation of The Wheel of Time, Rosamund Pike expressed that she may have sensed the conclusion approaching and chose to express her sorrow and fury towards the heavens.
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Regrettably, the production of The Wheel of Time encountered significant hurdles from its inception during Season 1. The COVID-19 pandemic caused substantial alterations to the original storyline, necessitating time-consuming corrections. Even as Season 2 was being prepared, it continued to grapple with pandemic-induced obstacles, and was additionally compelled to recast a key character.
Despite attributing some changes to production challenges, it’s evident that other modifications were not solely due to such issues. The show significantly deviated from the original source material in ways that didn’t sit well with many devoted fans, which in turn affected the narrative flow and world-building. Additionally, the shift towards shorter episode runtimes in the streaming era necessitated a condensation of content. This meant the series attempted to adapt approximately two novels per season, leaving it with just four episodes to tackle each novel.
Despite being cancelled, the series managed to gather a dedicated fanbase, both new and long-term readers, who have been eagerly waiting for any positive news. Many appealed to Amazon to reconsider their decision, or implored other streaming platforms to take up the show instead. The fact that Pike and others related to the show remained silent about the cancellation was seen as a potential indication of hope. However, Pike’s melancholic Instagram post appears to suggest that the series may have indeed reached its end.
Currently, “The Wheel of Time” can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, however, there are no upcoming episodes planned at this time. If you’re a fan of the series, you can find the novels in print, electronic, or audiobook versions available now.
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2025-06-16 00:41