Manhattan Canceled After Two Seasons

According to reports WGN America has canceled one of its first original scripted series as the network has opted to not move forward with a third season of period drama Manhattan. 

In a statement given by WGN America president and GM Matt Cherniss, he said the move was a very difficult decision, saying “We are proud of this critically acclaimed series, an extraordinary original drama, and are deeply disappointed that such a wonderful show could not find a larger audience. We thank the immensely talented Sam Shaw and Thomas Schlamme, along with the exceptional cast and crew and our great partners at Lionsgate and Skydance, for crafting a masterful series. We are equally grateful to the dedicated fans for their support over the last two seasons.”

Manhattan marks the first original scripted series to get the ax at WGNA and the cancellation comes after the cabler's recent launch of drama Outsiders, which quickly became its most watched original series. Skydance TV president Marcy Ross also had this to say “It has been an honor to work with the exceptionally talented creative team of Manhattan, led by Tommy Schlamme, Sam Shaw and our partners at Lionsgate, WGN, Tribune and Hulu. Thank you to the fans of Manhattan across the globe who have supported the critically acclaimed series over the last two years”.