Netflix Series Faces Major Setback: Creator Departure Sparks Unprecedented Fan Backlash

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After a passionate fan campaign, Warrior Nun was supposed to return for a movie trilogy, but showrunner Simon Barry revealed he won't be involved.

Writer Amy Berg has expressed disappointment over not being contacted about the films, while fans are upset about the exclusion of the original team. Speculation about the outcome suggests that the recent WGA strike might have affected contract negotiations. All in all, it is a saddening day for Warrior Nun fans.

Warrior Nun is set to make a triumphant comeback following a battle against Netflix, who prematurely canceled the beloved series. However, the person responsible for its revival will not be involved.

Based on the popular comic Warrior Nun Areala, Netflix's adaptation of Warrior Nun captivated audiences with its unique blend of demons, halos, and thrilling fight sequences. The show's universal themes and the beloved bond between Ava (Alba Baptista) and Sister Beatrice (Kristina Tonteri-Young) kept fans coming back for more. Sadly, like many other shows on Netflix, it was abruptly canceled. Undeterred, showrunner Simon Barry refused to give up, and thanks to an outpouring of fan support, he announced that Warrior Nun would return to provide a satisfying conclusion to the story. Furthermore, he confirmed that the tale would continue in a movie trilogy.

In a surprising and perplexing turn of events, the showrunner revealed that his previous efforts may have been in vain. Barry casually announced on Twitter that he will not be involved in the future Warrior Nun movie trilogy. He stated, "I am not part of the movie production team and have no agreement for writing or directing services." This news is perplexing, considering the writer's personal dedication to reviving the property. In a heartfelt video, he expressed gratitude to the devoted fans who worked to save Warrior Nun.

Adding to the conversation is the news that Warrior Nun writer Amy Berg will also not be joining the team for the feature films. In a tweet, she stated, "I am likewise not involved," and expressed disappointment that no one had reached out to her. As fans have already shown, their voices hold significant influence, and it didn't take long for them to react as expected. They understand the immense effort required to bring such a beloved creation to the screen, and removing the creative forces behind Warrior Nun is not what they had hoped for when they campaigned for the show's renewal.

"I apologize, but we did not create 15 MILLION tweets solely for the purpose of excluding the original warrior nun team from the movie production," stated @tenderwlw. A majority of the comments on the Twitter thread joined in agreement. "Nine months ago, we began fighting for a cause. We fought for our voices to be heard, for #WarriorNun. Simon, the crew, and the cast fought alongside us. They deserve to be involved in the continuation. It would not exist without them," added @tzotzolaki. @ocswarrior used more colorful language to express the futility of reviving Warrior Nun if everything about it will change.

This brings up the question of what transpired to lead to this unusual conclusion. Barry is keeping the details under wraps, eagerly awaiting some mysterious information to surface. However, one potential theory about this outcome could involve the WGA strike. The writers recently went on strike to negotiate better residuals in the era of streaming, which famously caused delays in numerous films due to SAG-AFTRA striking, including Disney's Tron 3. It is possible that Barry and his writing team do not yet have contracts for the films. This theory is optimistic speculation, and it is possible that the production moved forward without them. It is a disheartening day for Warrior Nun fans.

Warrior Nun seasons 1 and 2 are streaming on Netflix.

Source: Simon Barry/Twitter