The Untold Story Behind Star Trek: Prodigy's Cancellation & Exciting Future Plans
Paramount+ abruptly cancels Star Trek: Prodigy, leaving fans anxious about the future of the show Will there be a Season 2? What lies ahead for Star Trek: Prodigy? Find out the fate of this beloved series
Star Trek: Prodigy faced an unexpected cancellation by Paramount+, but there may still be hope for the beloved animated series. On June 23, 2023, Paramount+ made the announcement that four shows, including Star Trek: Prodigy, were being canceled. Alongside Star Trek: Prodigy, the other shows canceled were Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, The Game, and Queen of the Universe. A spokesman from Paramount+ expressed gratitude towards the cast, crew, and producing partners for their dedicated work on these programs, while also wishing them success in their future endeavors.
Star Trek: Prodigy, created by Kevin and Dan Hageman, marked the first Star Trek animated show aimed at younger viewers and was instrumental in introducing a new generation to the Star Trek universe and its ideals. The series brought back the iconic Admiral Kathryn Janeway, portrayed by Kate Mulgrew, as well as featuring a Hologram of Janeway. The talented voice cast of Prodigy included Brett Gray, Ella Purnell, Rylee Alazraqui, and Angus Imrie, alongside Dee Bradley Baker, Jason Mantzoukas, Jimmi Simpson, Jameela Jamil, and John Noble. Produced jointly by Paramount+/CBS Studios and Nickelodeon Studios, season 1 of Prodigy initially streamed on Paramount+ before airing on Nick. Despite the show's cancellation, season 2 of Prodigy, announced in 2022, is currently undergoing post-production.
Why Star Trek: Prodigy Was Canceled By Paramount Plus
Star Trek: Prodigy has unfortunately been canceled due to Paramount+'s merger with Showtime, which is set to take place at the end of June. Adding further disappointment, both Prodigy and other canceled series will soon be completely removed from Paramount+. However, there is some silver lining as the post-production for season 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy will still be completed. Despite this, the new episodes will not be available for streaming on Paramount+. CBS Studios has plans to explore other streaming platforms in the hopes of finding a new home for both seasons 1 and 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy. It is worth noting that even though it is a joint production with Nickelodeon, season 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy will not be aired on Nickelodeon either. The executive producers of the show, Kevin and Dan Hageman, have also confirmed this news on Twitter.
According to Variety, the cancellation of Star Trek: Prodigy was based on data, although Paramount did not provide any specific data to explain why these shows are being canceled and removed. However, this decision is a reflection of the negative changes occurring in the streaming industry, with platforms like Max, Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu removing existing shows and content as a cost-saving measure and for tax write-offs. Paramount+ had previously removed other titles from its service, including Coyote, The Real World, and The Twilight Zone.
What Happens Next To Star Trek: Prodigy Season 2?
The ideal outcome for Star Trek: Prodigy would be for the show to secure a new streaming platform that would stream both seasons 1 and 2. If this happens, Prodigy would be the first Star Trek series to be streamed on a platform other than Paramount+ since the franchise's revival in 2017 with Star Trek: Discovery. Paramount+ canceled Discovery in February and it is set to stream its fifth and final season in 2024. Unfortunately, there is no specific timeline for when Prodigy might find a new streaming home. Additionally, with other services reducing their content offerings, it remains uncertain if another streaming service will pick up Star Trek: Prodigy. Nevertheless, hope persists.
Will There Be A Star Trek: Prodigy Season 3?
The completion of post-production for season 2 of Star Trek: Prodigy is still underway, while the series awaits potential interest from another streaming service. The future of Prodigy season 3 remains uncertain, as the animated series has concluded its run on Paramount+. However, there is a possibility that a new streaming platform may take on the production costs for Prodigy season 3. Despite the current state of uncertainty and disappointment, there is a glimmer of hope that Star Trek: Prodigy will find a new streaming home, allowing fans to not only watch season 2 but also revisit the thrilling adventures of season 1.
