Stephen King TV Show Renewed for Season 2 Despite Cancellation Rumors, Confirms Writer

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The television show Chapelwaite, based on a Stephen King short story, has been cancelled despite being renewed for season 2.

Chapelwaite's cancellation follows a prevailing television trend, with other prominent shows also facing cancellations or having their renewals revoked. However, there are still numerous anticipated Stephen King adaptations to anticipate, such as The Life of Chuck.

Chapelwaite, the television show based on Stephen King's short story and adapted from King's Jerusalem's Lot, was cancelled despite being renewed for a second season. Premiering on Epix in 2021, the story is set in 1850 and follows Captain Charles Boone (Adrien Brody) and his children as they return to the small town of Preacher's Corners in Maine after the tragic death of Boone's wife at sea. The family is then confronted with a dark family history. Written by Peter and Jason Filardi, the series also starred Emily Hampshire, Jennifer Ens, Sirena Gulamgaus, and Ian Ho. Filardi confirmed on Twitter that there will be no second season of Chapelwaite, despite the earlier renewal in February 2022.

Chapelwaite's Cancellation Follows A Trend (But Stephen King Adaptations Are Going Strong)

The reason for the cancellation of Chapelwaite season 2 was not provided by the showrunner, although they expressed gratitude to the fans. MGM+, formerly known as Epix, has not commented on the cancellation, which aligns with a larger trend in the television industry.

The Chapelwaite cancellation left fans without any explanation, yet it aligns with a new trend. Through the summer, various streaming platforms have been canceling and renewing shows, causing a stir in the industry. Even high-profile series like The Peripheral on Prime Video and The Great on Hulu experienced uncertainties. Analysts interpret this as a necessary adjustment since there will be fewer U.S-based live-action scripted shows in the upcoming years, stepping away from the overwhelming 600 shows in 2022.

Stephen King adaptations have a promising future despite the fate of Chapelwaite. Welcome to Derry, the It prequel, is set to debut on Max in 2025. Other adaptations, including The Monkey, The Dark Tower, and Fairy Tale, are also in various stages of development. However, one particularly noteworthy adaptation is a supernatural drama by Mike Flanagan, featuring a stellar cast. Flanagan, known for creating The Haunting of Hill House, has brought together both familiar collaborators and newcomers, including Tom Hiddleston. Titled The Life of Chuck, this project weaves a story through different timelines, capturing the same haunting atmosphere as Chapelwaite, but with a more intimate and personal focus. This aspect is expected to strongly resonate with both viewers and readers of Stephen King's works.

The movie description states that "The Life of Chuck" portrays three distinct narratives in the life of Charles "Chuck" Krantz. It starts with his demise and concludes with his upbringing in a supposedly haunted house. (Source: Jason Filardi/Twitter)

Editor's P/S

1. I'm really disappointed that Chapelwaite has been canceled. I was really enjoying the show and was looking forward to seeing where the story went in season 2. I think it's a shame that we won't get to see the conclusion of the story.

2. I'm still excited about the other Stephen King adaptations that are in the works. I'm a big fan of his work, and I'm always excited to see his stories come to life on screen. I'm particularly looking forward to Welcome to Derry, the It prequel, and The Life of Chuck, the supernatural drama by Mike Flanagan. I think both of these projects have the potential to be really great, and I can't wait to see them.