Twitter is abuzz with fans expressing their wishes for the future of How I Met Your Father following the season 2 finale. This Hulu series is a spin-off of the popular sitcom How I Met Your Mother, which aired on CBS for 9 seasons from 2005-2014. How I Met Your Father shares a similar premise to its predecessor, as it follows a group of friends navigating love and personal identity in New York City. The story is told through the protagonist, who is recounting it to her future son. Despite facing some challenges, How I Met Your Father has garnered a strong and supportive audience, thanks to the creators' ability to capture compelling chemistry and romantic tension. Hilary Duff delivers an engaging performance, and the inclusion of How I Met Your Mother cameos adds depth to the series. With a dedicated fanbase already established, fans are eagerly awaiting news on whether the series will be renewed or canceled.
How I Met Your Father Has Not Been Renewed Or Canceled By Hulu
Hulu has not yet announced the future of "How I Met Your Father." The second season concluded on July 11, 2023, with a total of 20 episodes. The show received a mid-season renewal and an extended order of episodes, which was a positive indication for its success. However, the lack of a similar early confirmation for season 2 should not be interpreted negatively.
Typically, Hulu takes around 2 months to announce a series' renewal. Therefore, it is likely that any updates on the fate of the show will be shared in September at the earliest. Although streaming platforms often keep their viewing numbers private, available analytics demonstrate that the show had a strong performance this season, even ranking first on the streaming originals chart. It is important to note that even if season 3 is announced soon, there might be a longer wait for the next installment of "How I Met Your Father" due to the ongoing writers' strike.
Fans Think How I Met Your Father Season 3 Needs To Happen
The Twitter response from How I Met Your Father fans has been quick and decisive. Immediately after the season 2 finale aired, fans took to Twitter to express their reactions to the numerous changes in relationships and hints of potential couples. Some fans even directly tweeted at Hulu, urging them to renew the sitcom. One user went as far as tweeting variations of "@hulu_support PLEASE RENEW HOW I MET YOUR FATHER FOR SEASON 3" 13 times after the final episode aired (via Twitter).
Critics, on the other hand, have been less enthusiastic about How I Met Your Father season 2, mostly giving negative reviews. However, some reviews have acknowledged that the second season is an improvement compared to the first, suggesting that a third season could help the series find its footing. This lukewarm critical reception brings to mind the mixed reviews that How I Met Your Mother received in its first season before ultimately gaining overwhelmingly positive reviews throughout its run.
Sources: Parrot Analytics, Media Play News, @giorgiostg/Twitter