Warrior Nun, the Netflix series, faced sudden cancelation but has now been confirmed for season 3 by creator Simon Barry. The show gained popularity among fans for its unique blend of concept and humor. In the series, orphan Ava (Alba Baptista) discovers she is the Halo Bearer and joins a group of nuns to battle the forces of darkness. This spiritual successor to Buffy the Vampire Slayer captivated fans, who were disheartened by its premature ending after season 2. Determined viewers used the power of the internet to express their disappointment and launched a campaign to save the beloved show. Despite Netflix's typical reluctance to reverse decisions, the impassioned outcry of the fans proved successful for Warrior Nun.
Barry took to Twitter to excitingly announce that Warrior Nun will indeed have a third season. Although it is not yet confirmed whether the series will remain on Netflix or find a new home, Barry's enthusiasm was contagious. He expressed gratitude to the passionate fans whose support seemed to be the reason for the show's resurrection.
This news may be surprising to Netflix followers, as Warrior Nun was not the only show to suffer during that season. Other one-season shows like 1899, The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself, and The Midnight Club also faced the same fate. Despite being created by successful Netflix creatives, shows like 1899 and The Midnight Club were unable to survive. Typically, niche genre shows like these struggle to make it to the end, leading many to believe that a video game adaptation might be the only way to save Warrior Nun. However, the show defied the odds and will provide fans with a satisfying conclusion.
Having a passionate fanbase is essential, but it's only one part of the equation when it comes to renewing a series. The success of shows like Stranger Things and Squid Game lies in their ability to attract a large number of viewers. Unfortunately, even with a dedicated fan following, shows that don't reach the status of a cultural phenomenon are more likely to face cancellation. Warrior Nun is a rare success story that offers hope for the streaming model, but it's uncertain if this will become a trend.
Although fans would love for this to become a common occurrence, it's more probable that Warrior Nun will be an exception rather than the rule when it comes to avoiding cancellation. While other shows may be canceled, Mike Flanagan's Edgar Allan Poe series could potentially continue, but countless deserving shows have met a similar fate due to falling short in certain metrics. Platforms like Netflix prioritize their business objectives above all else. Warrior Nun was fortunate to have a fanbase that refused to accept defeat. However, there is still speculation about the possibility of the next season being the last. While fans will receive closure for the season 2 cliffhanger, it remains uncertain whether they should anticipate a season 4 or beyond.
Warrior Nun seasons 1-2 are currently streaming on Netflix.
Source: Simon Barry
