Imaginary Worlds
Ghosted by TV Shows
Aug 17, 2023
The podcast explores the disappointment felt by fans when their favorite TV shows are cancelled, highlighting specific examples like Firefly and Carnival. It also discusses the impact of cancellation on the audience and the challenges faced by creators. The chapter explores different shows, including The Owl House and Penny Dreadful, and reflects on the frustration of disappointing endings. It also touches on the joy of watching favorites and the phenomenon of unsung gems.
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- Cancellation of TV shows leaves fans with unresolved storylines, causing a sense of loss and loneliness.
- Fans cope with cancelled shows by creating headcanons and engaging in fan communities.
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Cancellation of beloved shows leads to disappointment and frustration among fans
Fans of popular shows like Before-Ners, Paper Girls, and Penny Dreadful have experienced disappointment and frustration when their favorite shows were abruptly cancelled. The studios behind these streaming platforms have removed shows for tax purposes and to avoid paying residuals to the talent, leaving fans hanging with unresolved cliffhangers. The reliance on short-term ratings has caused a shift back to the old model of network TV, where shows are cancelled if they don't meet expected ratings within a certain timeframe. This has left dedicated fans feeling a sense of loss and loneliness as the stories they invested in are abruptly cut short.
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