How did you find out Atlantis was being axed, and how did you feel about it?
Co-creator Johnny Capps: We were very surprised, as the show was doing well and the audience was beginning to grow. The BBC had to decide if it was going to re-commission it before all of those first six episodes had gone out, which was unfair because you’re making a judgement before the series is even finished – how are supposed to know how it will be received by the audience? When they made the decision, they took into account the viewing figures, their budget, how much the show costs to make and the schedule. In the middle of the episodes shown before Christmas there was a bit of a drop in viewing figures – but it picked up again towards the end. Episode six did really well, actually.
Could Atlantis return, ala Ripper Street with Amazon?
Capps: Never say never. But the longer you leave it, the more difficult it gets. If there’s a strong audience demanding it, it’s much easier to bring it back.
Source/more: The Guardian
Margaret Tuzzo says
My partner and I really enjoyed this series. The cast was excellent. We looked forward to each new episode.
Neil says
please make series 3 of Atlantis you cant leave it on a cliffhanger at the end of series 2, I enjoy every episode since it started series 1, Im hook and want to see more, please bbc change your minds and renewed Atlantis for series 3, I want more and its one of my best 100% top for me, please listen to the fans of Atlanits and make series 3.
Belinda says
We need more please renew it. I love the show all my kids love it and are very upset that there no more