History has un-cancelled Swamp People. The network had axed the reality series after its seventh season.
However, after getting ‘swamped’ by heartbroken fans, History has done a reversal on its earlier cancellation and renewed Swamp People for Season 8.
History announced the surprise renewal in its Season 7 finale preview:
The fans spoke and @HISTORY listened. #SwampPeople https://t.co/twSxZY0PeM
— Swamp People (@SwampPeople) May 2, 2016
Cast member Jacob Landry also confirmed the quick-fire Season 8 revival:
Thumbs up to History Channel for renewing Swamp People for another season!!!! That’s right season 8 has been green lighted!!!
Season 8 is expected to premiere early 2017.
Having been pulled back from the jaws of cancellation, can Swamp People survive again for Season 9? Stay tuned…
Cynthia Forness says
Bring back the other group. Your stupid for not keeping them.
Patty Owens says
Love swamp people my favorites Troy and the boys,Liz, Willie,Bruce Gunner, Ron Joe,Glen Guist they make the show.
Wallis Barnes says
Please bring back Liz and the Edwards . I still like the show but it’s not the same without the original cast.
sarah says
yeah! love the show and mountain men! Thanks. Love Shelby on Ax men too,
Kelly Carnahan says
Thank you for hearing our requests to continue with a new season of Swamp People. Now please bring back those that were dumped, get rid of the two new groups along with RJ and Jay Paul!
Stephanie Parker says
I’m glad you brought it back but it’s not the same without the same people where’s Liz she always made me proud because she’s passionate about what she does but thanks welcome to the swamp!!
Judith lepori says
I agree! Bring back all of the original cast . This show needs Liz and her family and the Edwards family. I DO NOT CARE FOR THE EDGAR FAMILY!
Doreen says
Thanks, for continuing Swamp People. Love the show.Especially Troy and his boys.
Del says
I love this show, real, honest people working hard for their family. I hope Liz and her daughter are part of season 8. The King of the Swamp Isn’t complete without the Queen.
Choot ‘Em
Carol says
Excellent decision. One of my favorite shows. It’s like I know them personally.
Nar says
So happy Swamp people on for another season. Hope the Edwards and Liz and her family and glen are there along with Troy and the boys.
James N. Chustz says
Glad to see the gator hunters are back along with their beautiful scenery. I have bass fished there many times. I also enjoyed Swamp Pawn. Will it return?