American Gods Season 2 was renewed many moons ago, but the series is “in trouble,” Starz chief Chris Albrecht admits, following a number of high profile departures and production issues, per THR:
“We’re having some trouble getting the second season underway. It has faced many of the challenges that terrific, complex premium shows face when trying to get successive seasons, especially when art comes before commerce.”
Expanding on the difficulty of getting Season 2 up and running:
“It’s not ideal to have 18 months or two years between seasons,” Albrecht admitted. “It’s not an inexpensive show. Budget is always a factor. There needs [to be] a vision that can be executed on a regular basis.”
Attempting to alleviate doubts over the future of American Gods, Albrecht insists the cabler is hoping for Season 3 and beyond:
“We’re very committed to American Gods. The show did very well for us. We’re hoping for many more years of American Gods to appear on Starz.”
Chris A (Starz Prez) says there will be more #AmericanGods and admits there have been problems with production issues. #TCA18 #STARZ
— CandaceHavens (@CandaceHavens) January 12, 2018
Oh and they're now claiming Bryan Fuller and Michael Green "will be involved as much as they can be" in more #AmericanGods #TCA18 hmm
— Danielle Turchiano (@danielletbd) January 12, 2018
Gillian Anderson is out—but that was always a possibility. Kristin Chenoweth is still in, pending availability. #TCA18
— Joanna Robinson (@jowrotethis) January 12, 2018
Chris Albrecht says they always knew @GillianA would not be coming back to #AmericanGods. “We’re very committed to the show — we’re hoping for many more American Gods to appear.” #STARZ #TCA18
— Debra Birnbaum (@debrabirnbaum) January 12, 2018
Having some trouble getting the second season underway. Bryan/Michael have done a fantastic job. Gaiman will take a more central role, more like a showrunner, and they're searching for a partner for him. #TCA18 #AmericanGods
— Linda Ge (@lindazge) January 12, 2018
Are you anxiously awaiting American Gods Season 2? Should the show be cancelled or renewed for seasons beyond that?
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