Must-Watch TV Shows Coming to an Epic Finale in 2023: Bid Farewell to ‘Riverdale,’ ‘Nancy Drew,’ ‘Fear the Walking Dead’ and More!

TV fans are eagerly preparing to bid farewell to some of their beloved shows in 2023, including popular CW series like Riverdale and Nancy Drew. After a successful run since its premiere in 2017, Riverdale will be wrapping up its storyline after five years on the network. In a surprising twist, fans were left bewildered as the main characters triumphantly thwarted a comet that threatened their town, only to find themselves transported back to the 1950s with no memories of their previous lives.

In May 2022, KJ Apa expressed his emotions regarding the upcoming farewell to the character of Archie Andrews following the announcement of the show's final season. He reflected on the impending departure from the sets, crew, producers, and the CW family. Apa, along with Cami Mendes, Cole Sprouse, Lili Reinhart, and the rest of the cast, conveyed their deep appreciation for the unwavering support received from everyone. He acknowledged the fans' immense contribution, emphasizing that their presence and support had played a pivotal role in the show's success.

"I won't miss the constant hair dying, and I'm excited to be myself again. But I want to assure you all that this final season will be explosive, and we can't wait to share it with you," said the New Zealand native.

As for Betty Cooper's ending, Reinhart expressed her desire for a happy outcome, stating in an August 2022 interview with Entertainment Tonight, "I hope Betty finds happiness and a sense of peace in the end. I don't know who she will end up with or how it will happen, as I have no knowledge of the final season. But my wish is for her to be content and for things to work out for her in the best possible way."

Kennedy McMann, who has portrayed the lead role in Nancy Drew since 2019, expressed her gratitude and appreciation for being a part of the show's enduring legacy. As the cast wrapped up filming season 4, she acknowledged the immense pleasure and privilege of embodying the iconic character and the growth she experienced alongside her. McMann also extended her heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated crew and the passionate fans whose unwavering support has made the show truly remarkable.

Showrunners Noga Landau and Melinda Hsu Taylor expressed their excitement for the final season, promising a satisfying and meaningful conclusion for fans. They shared their deep gratitude for the opportunity to bring Nancy Drew's determination, individuality, and resilience to life through the collaboration of talented individuals in front of and behind the camera, as well as their studio and network partners. Landau and Taylor emphasized their intention to bring closure to this chapter with inclusivity, kindness, and a thrilling combination of detective work, supernatural elements, and captivating romance. They acknowledged the invaluable support and connection from their devoted fan community, highlighting the significance it held for them.

Scroll down for a complete guide to all the TV shows that have ended or will come to a close in 2023:

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TV Shows Ending in 2023: 'Riverdale,' ‘Nancy Drew,’ ‘Fear the Walking Dead’ and More

The popular CW series that captivated audiences since its debut in 2017, Riverdale, is set to bid farewell in 2023. After a successful five-year run, fans are preparing themselves to say goodbye to their beloved show. However, the final season took an unexpected turn when the main characters managed to thwart a comet that threatened their town, only to find themselves transported back to the 1950s without any memory of their previous lives.

In May 2022, KJ Apa expressed his emotions about bidding farewell to the character of Archie Andrews as the news of the final season of Riverdale was announced. During the CW Upfronts, he conveyed his sadness in parting ways with the show, its sets, crew, producers, and the CW family. Apa, along with his fellow cast members Cami Mendes, Cole Sprouse, Lili Reinhart, and others, expressed their immense gratitude for the unwavering support they received from everyone. He emphasized the significance of the fans' role, acknowledging that none of their achievements would have been possible without their dedicated support.

"I won't miss the constant hair dyeing, I'm excited to be myself again. But I assure you, this last season is going to be explosive, and we can't wait to share it with all of you," the New Zealand native expressed. On the other hand, Reinhart shared her thoughts on the desired ending for Betty Cooper, stating in an interview with Entertainment Tonight in August 2022, "I would definitely love to see Betty have a happy ending, knowing that she'll be alright - a hopeful and light-hearted conclusion. I have no idea who she'll end up with or where, how, why, or when it will happen - I am completely clueless about the final season. But I simply hope that she finds happiness and that things will settle down for her in the most positive way possible."

Kennedy McMann, who portrayed the lead role since 2019, expressed her gratitude and appreciation for being a part of the enduring legacy of Nancy Drew. As the cast wrapped up filming season 4, she acknowledged the privilege of walking in Nancy's shoes, being inspired by her, and experiencing personal growth along the way. McMann also emphasized the unwavering dedication and heartfelt passion of the crew, both on and off the screen, throughout the show's journey. She conveyed her deep gratitude to the incredible fans, recognizing their immense contribution and the genuine support they have shown to her and to one another.

"We are incredibly grateful and humbled to have had the opportunity to bring Nancy Drew's unwavering determination, uniqueness, and resilience to life through our collaboration with a remarkable team of creative individuals in front of and behind the camera, as well as our studio and network partners," shared showrunners Noga Landau and Melinda Hsu Taylor with TVLine. "As we approach the final season, we are fully committed to delivering a truly satisfying and impactful conclusion that embraces inclusivity, purpose, and compassion. Of course, fans can expect an abundance of thrilling mysteries, supernatural elements, and captivating romances. The unwavering support and connection from our amazing fan community has been a constant source of inspiration and motivation for us throughout this journey."

Scroll down for a complete guide to all the TV shows that have ended or will come to a close in 2023:

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'Riverdale' (The CW)

The teen drama will end with its seventh season, which starts airing on March 29.

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'Nancy Drew' (The CW)

The fourth and final season returns to The CW on May 31.

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'Carnival Row' (Prime Video)

After much anticipation, Orlando Bloom and Cara Delevingne are set to return as their beloved characters for the final installment of Carnival Row. Fans can mark their calendars for February 17, as the premiere of the concluding season will be available for streaming. Subsequently, viewers can look forward to weekly releases of the remaining episodes.

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'Doom Patrol' (HBO Max)

The DC Comics series will end its run after four seasons.

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'Titans' (HBO Max)

HBO Max will also part ways with Titans after a fourth season airs later this year.

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'Fear the Walking Dead' (AMC)

The Walking Dead sequel will air the first part of season 8 starting May 14 and the final installments will return later in 2023.

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'Firefly Lane' (Netflix)

The second and final season will wrap up on June 8.

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'The Flash' (The CW)

The CW is ending another show — with fans preparing to see The Flash tell its final story starting on February 8.

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'Happy Valley' (BBC One)

Following its initial debut overseas, Happy Valley will make its final season available on BBC America, AMC+ and Acorn TV in May.

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'High School Musical The Musical: The Series' (Disney+)

The mockumentary musical drama will debut its final season on August 9.

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'The Hardy Boys' (Hulu)

Hulu's original series, which is ending after two seasons, returns in 2023.

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'Hunters' (Prime Video)

Season 2 of the Prime Video series premiered on January 13.

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'Manifest' (Netflix)

The remaining episodes of Manifest's final season are set to stream in 2023.

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'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' (Prime Video)

Season 5 of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel returns to Prime Video for its final bow in 2023.

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'Mayans MC' (FX)

The Sons of Anarchy spinoff is ending in 2023 after five seasons.

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'A Million Little Things' (ABC)

The ABC series will wrap up with season 5 in February.

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'NCIS: Los Angeles' (CBS)

The CBS procedural, which has aired for 14 seasons, will air its season finale on May 14.

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'Never Have I Ever' (Netflix)

After four seasons on Netflix, the coming-of-age series will conclude in 2023.

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'New Amsterdam' (NBC)

NBC's medical drama aired its final episode in January.

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'Sanditon' (PBS Masterpiece)

The British series' final curtain call will start on March 19 at PBS Masterpiece.

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'Servant' (Apple TV+)

The Apple TV+'s fourth and final season began airing the conclusion in January.

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'Snowfall' (FX)

The crime drama, which aired for six seasons, will end on February 22.

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'Star Trek: Picard' (Paramount+)

The show's third season returns on February 16, with new episodes dropping every week.

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'The Blacklist' (NBC)

Thee tenth and final season will premiere on February 26.

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'Workin' Moms' (CBC)

After seven seasons, Workin' Moms will be available to stream on Netflix in 2023.

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'Wu-Tang: An American Saga' (Hulu)

Hulu's hit series about the hip-hop group will start its final run on February 15. The show's finale will air on April 5.

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'Your Honor' (Showtime)

Bryan Cranston confirmed that the legal drama will conclude with its second season.