The Shocking Truth Behind Netflix's Sudden Cancellation of Everything Sucks! (And the Surprising New Platform It Might Land On)

Summary

Netflix canceled "Everything Sucks!" due to low long-term engagement and a majority of viewers not continuing past the first episode.

The cancellation of the show generated anger among its devoted fan base, who had developed a strong emotional attachment to the series.

Despite the fervent petitions from fans, there is a slim possibility of the show being resurrected due to waning interest and the passage of considerable time.

Netflix's abrupt cancellation of the original series Everything Sucks! in 2018 left many questioning the reasons behind the unexpected end to this coming-of-age dramedy. Developed by Ben York Jones and Michael Mohan, Everythings Sucks depicts the trials and tribulations of teenagers in a fictional high school in Boring, Oregon during the 1990s, as they navigate the challenges of adolescence while attempting to create a movie. This modern coming-of-age tale successfully captures the essence of teen angst and rebellion, while also invoking a sense of '90s nostalgia.

The show received mostly positive feedback from critics and garnered high ratings from audiences on the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. Despite its overshadowing by Sydney Sweeney's subsequent role in HBO's dark teen drama Euphoria, Everything Sucks! remains highly regarded among the best teen shows on Netflix. Differentiating itself from other teen-related programs, the series strives to depict the authentic teenage experience and has been commended for its positive portrayal of LGBTQ+ teens.

Netflix Canceled Everything Sucks! Because Not Enough People Finished The First Episode

Netflix's decision to cancel Everything Sucks! was driven by data analysis. The show premiered in February 2018 with all episodes released simultaneously, but was swiftly cancelled in April. According to Business Insider, Netflix's analytics showed that the majority of viewers did not engage with the series for a significant amount of time, with many of them even switching it off after just a few minutes of the first episode. Even those who managed to complete the first episode did not continue watching, indicating poor audience retention for Everything Sucks!.

The cancellation sparked outrage among a small but vocal minority of Netflix subscribers who had watched the entire series. In response, Netflix's Vice President of Original Content, Cindy Holland, addressed their concerns in a statement to Business Insider. Holland explained that the decision was based on a low completion rate for the whole season, making it unlikely that the show would attract a large enough audience to justify a second season. Since Netflix pulled the plug on Everything Sucks! so quickly, there is no way to verify Holland's assumption about the show's potential.

Everything Sucks! Crew & Fans "Disheartened" By Cancelation

Netflix has made efforts to improve LGBTQ+ shows available on its platform. However, the cancelation of Everything Sucks! was a significant setback for the community, particularly for those involved in the program. In a piece from The Hollywood Reporter, executive producer Jeff Pinker acknowledged the show's dedicated fanbase, describing it as a personal touchstone for many viewers, relating to either their current life or their adolescent years.

After the sudden cancelation, numerous fans expressed their disappointment online. Change.org petitions were launched, gathering thousands of signatures in an attempt to persuade Netflix to reconsider. Unfortunately, these efforts were unsuccessful, and the show remains canceled. Given the considerable amount of time that has passed, the chances of Everything Sucks! being picked up by another network for a revival are highly unlikely, as there is currently limited interest.