Unveiling the Ending: Insights from the Creator of 'So Help Me Todd' on the Series Finale Cliffhanger and Season 3 Potential

So Help Me Todd Creator Explains Series Ending Cliffhanger and What Could Have Happened in Season 3

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So Help Me Todd may have ended, but there are still many unanswered questions. The series aired its last episode on Thursday, May 16, leaving fans hanging on a cliffhanger. The introduction of Merritt Folding, the law firm's founding partner, added a new twist. Fans were left wondering how Todd would handle the news that Margaret had been framed by Folding.

Series creator Scott Prendergast told TVLine that the finale was already written before learning about the cancellation of So Help Me Todd. He mentioned that the episode was completed and there was no way to make changes. Prendergast also shared that they had planned out the entire storyline for the season, including the cliffhanger, with hopes for a season 3.

If the show had been renewed, Prendergast revealed some potential storylines. This included Beverly and Margaret becoming friends, a satisfying outcome for Allison, and a breakup between Todd and Judy.

News broke in April that So Help Me Todd would not be returning for a third season. The show was one of many CBS shows to get the ax, including CSI: Vegas and NCIS: Hawai’i.

So Help Me Todd Creator Explains Series Ending Cliffhanger and What Could Have Happened in Season 3

"We're all feeling really down," Harden, 64, shared with us at the 2024 GLSEN Respect Awards at Gotham Hall in New York City. "The entire cast, crew, writers, and showrunners are all feeling the sadness. We've had a fantastic time with CBS."

Harden expressed her disappointment that So Help Me Todd did not get picked up, mentioning that it was one of the few original comedy and drama shows on CBS. She also noted that there seems to be a lot of syndicated crime shows on the network.

Even though the series came to an end, Harden shared with Us that she believes CBS truly loved their show. She also mentioned that the decision to cancel it probably saddened them as well.

The actress and the actor both expressed their feelings about the show's finale on social media. Harden, in an Instagram post before the finale, thanked the fans, crew, writers, and cast for their support and dedication throughout the two seasons. Astin, aged 36, also shared his disappointment after the finale, mentioning that he knew how the series was originally supposed to end and how perfect it was.

Editor's P/S:

The abrupt cancellation of "So Help Me Todd" has left a void for fans and cast members alike. The show's compelling characters and storylines had captivated viewers, and the unresolved cliffhanger at the end of the second season has left them yearning for closure. Despite the series creator's plans for future seasons, CBS's decision to axe the show has dashed those hopes.

The cast and crew have expressed their disappointment and sadness over the show's demise, highlighting the close-knit bond they had formed. Actress Marcia Harden particularly lamented the loss of one of the few original comedy-drama shows on CBS, emphasizing the network's apparent preference for syndicated crime shows. The cancellation has not only ended the show's story but also left many unanswered questions and unfulfilled potential, leaving fans with a sense of longing for what could have been.