A+E Networks has cancelled Project Runway and its spinoffs, despite previously renewing the Weinstein Co.-owned series through Season 18.
As reported by Variety, the about-turn comes in the wake of the sexual misconduct allegations against Harvey Weinstein:
The Weinstein Co. owns “Project Runway” and its spinoffs, “Project Runway All Stars” and “Project Runway: Junior,” all of which run on A+E’s Lifetime channel. In 2016, Lifetime announced that “Project Runway” had been renewed for three additional seasons, of which only one has aired so far.
But the network unilaterally canceled the deal on Jan. 10, according to a filing Tuesday in the Weinstein Co. bankruptcy, arguing that Weinstein’s sexual misconduct constituted a breach of the agreement. Specifically, A+E alleged the Weinstein Co. had failed to operate a workplace within the bounds of the law, failed to notify A+E of potential legal claims, and failed to abide by A+E standards and practices. A+E also rescinded a separate licensing agreement for a “Project Runway” movie. Weinstein has been accused of using his connection to “Project Runway” and to the fashion industry to gain access to young models.
It remains to be seen whether A+E can acquire Project Runway outright to revive the franchise. However, as things stand, its the cancellation runway after 16 seasons for the mothership, six seasons for Project Runway All Stars and two seasons for Project Runway Junior.
RIP.
judy says
I love Project Runway and would be devastated if the series was cancelled
Mindy says
Me too!!
judy holinaty says
I just love Project Runway
Lisa Marie Bruno says
I just sent in my application for Season 17.
it took me two weeks to get it together filming a demo real and everything!
If this is true that means we ALL get screwed by Weinstein!
How does canceling a program and putting people out of jobs, and crushing the hopes of future designers punish Weinstein?
People are out of control!
Unless this is fake news….I can’t tell anymore! UGH!
Debbie Byard says
I watch this in the UK with my fashion graduate daughter we are both so sad hopefully someone else will produce it.
hecate says
This and Top Chef are the only “reality” shows worth watching. Definitely will be missed!
Pamela says
I love project runway. Please don’t cancel it
Peggy says
I will miss this show if someone else doesn’t pick it up. Why is it old Harvey’s crime punishes us all? No fair!
JoAnne says
I love this show – hope they can find another producer
Mindy says
I REALLY hope A+E buys the show so they can continue it along with the 2 spin-offs. This is the 2nd show that I know of now that has been cancelled because some guy doesn’t know how to control himself and act like a decent human being. The other show was The Great American Baking Show, such a shame.
Victoria Turner says
NOOOOOO!!!!! Please say it isn’t so!!! PLEASE don’t let the acts of thIs ‘monster’ take away this extremely well put together and hugely entertaining franchise show. I have watched all of the shows, in all three areas, since day one and I PRAY that someone smart enough will see the continuing success this franchise will deliver and BUY THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don’t be foolish in letting these shows go!!!!! PLEASE!!!!!!!
robbie says
Nooooooooooooooo
please bring it back, it is my favorite show on tv…
mass prince says
Naturally, its like a viral infection that has to run its course and die off.
Berril Marglous says
The fact that one of the few television shows I watch now which is a high quality show has been cancelled due to Harvey Weinstein’s horrid actions is a disgrace. How on earth can nobody else purchase this show and its spinoffs and or another production company pick it up? This is not fair to viewers, hosts and contestants and all crew members. As far as his “influence” on the fashion industry that should have nothing to do with this. Georgina Chapman publicly announced her divorce from Weinstein and is keeping her maiden name. Anyone know of a petition? I have tried complaining to Lifetime and A&E. This can NOT BE ALLOWED TO HAPPEN! And other terrible shows stay on the air. There is something very wrong here and this fan who is ill and relied on this show for some of her happiness is mortified by this cancellation.
Bring back PR!! says
Because Weinstein can’t keep it in his pants, we all have to suffer. UNFAIR!!!
Linda says
Why do contestants on these shows get punished for one vile impersonation of a human being? Same thing happened to The Great American Baking Show.
Tracy says
Someone on another site said it is coming back on Bravo, i hope so!!!
Karen says
This is the only reality show I watch. My daughter and I watched it together. PLEASE don’t cancel it. It’s worth watching, and I never saw Mr. Weinstein in it or knew he was connected with the show!