USA Network and Syfy’s horror-comedy series “Chucky” has been cancelled after three seasons. The series, a continuation of the “Child’s Play” franchise, launched in 2021 to positive reviews. A second season aired in 2022 and a third was split into two parts – the first airing late last year and the second this past April.
NBCUniversal previously touted that the first part of the third season was the most-watched season of any USA/Syfy series since 2021 in the adults 18-49 demo, and was the number one series across both networks in the key demo. Thus why it was shelved isn’t clear. Discussions were reportedly held to talk about potentially bringing the show back for an abbreviated final season or wrap-up film, but ultimately that didn’t happen.
In a statement, series creator Don Mancini says: “I’m heartbroken over the news that ‘Chucky’ won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have. I’d like to thank UCP/SYFY/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart.
Chucky will return! He ALWAYS come back.” Brad Dourif once again returned to voice the killer Good Guy doll in the series which also starred Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Jennifer Tilly, Alex Vincent, Christine Elise, Devon Sawa, Lachlan Watson, Fiona.