Sad news for fans of The Big Door Prize.
On Friday (June 28), Deadline confirmed that the comedy series starring Chris O’Dowd, Gabrielle Dennis, and Josh Segarra has been canceled by Apple TV+ after two seasons.
Based on M.O. Walsh’s novel, season 2 of the show followed the residents of Deerfield as the Morpho machine readies them for the mysterious “next stage.” As everyone’s potentials are exchanged for visions, new relationships form and new questions are asked. Dusty and Cass decide to take time apart while Trina and Jacob learn that they can shed their old labels. Giorgio and Izzy each find romance while Hana and Father Reuben attempt to discover the purpose of the machine. The small town is once again left questioning what they thought they knew about their lives, relationships, potentials and about the Morpho itself.
Keep reading to find out more…The Big Door Prize first premiered in April 2023 and season two returned in April 2024. Unfortunately for fans, season two ended on a cliffhanger.
So far this year, Apple TV+ has renewed 9 other series and has also canceled 3 others.