Why Was Kevin Can F**k Himself ‘Canceled’?

What did Kevin do to deserve such misfortune? That is a question of the past, as Kevin Can F**k Himself has been canceled for some time now. The exact reason for the cancellation remains unclear.

As a streaming service subscriber, one of the most satisfying aspects is discovering a hidden gem that quickly becomes your top binge-worthy TV show.

During the depths of the 2021 pandemic, Kevin Can F**k Himself was seen as a saving grace on television. Featuring Annie Murphy, known for her roles in Schitt’s Creek and Black Mirror, the show is a dark comedy that follows Allison, a housewife who comes to the realization that her life lacks purpose and takes steps to change it.

Now that both seasons are available for streaming on Netflix, you may be curious as to why there will not be a Season 3 and why the show was cancelled. Here is what we have gathered.

The Duration of Kevin Can F**k Himself: Two Seasons

Rather than being abruptly cancelled, the creators of Kevin Can F**k Himself announced that the upcoming episodes will be the “second and final season.”This has caused fans to speculate that the show was always intended to have a two-season run.

The cast of Kevin Can F**k Himself — AMC

The initial episodes of Season 1 premiered on AMC in June 2021, with the remaining episodes airing a week later. In August, the network announced the renewal of Season 2, but later confirmed that the series would conclude after its second season.

AMC never provided an official explanation for the apparent cancellation, but it is clear that the show was intended to span two seasons rather than just one. This is evident given the amount of content packed into a short timeframe and the lack of resolution in the first season. It is safe to assume that Kevin Can F**k Himself was always intended to be a two-season series rather than a one-off debut.

With the resolution of all main storylines in the Season 2 finale, it is clear that a third season would have most likely been unnecessary.

A still from the finale of Kevin Can F**k Himself — AMC

In a conversation with Decider in 2022, creator Valerie Armstrong shared her clear intentions for how the final season should operate.

“My main objective was to produce eight episodes that I could fully support and take pride in. I am not capable of creating something that pleases everyone,”she clarified.

“Each individual has their own arc, but this is not equivalent to an eight-episode film. There are no episodes that feel unnecessary, as each one has its own unique elements that make it enjoyable to watch.”

Additionally, analyzing viewership can provide insight into the reasons behind the abrupt ending of the story. The second season experienced a significant decrease of 36% in its main target audience and an additional 44% in overall viewership. However, it is important to note that these numbers do not take into account delayed or streaming views.

The challenges posed by the pandemic should also be taken into account, which may make it more challenging to film an extensive TV show.

Despite speculation, AMC has yet to officially announce the reason for the cancelation of Kevin Can F**k Himself.

How to Watch Kevin Can F**k Himself

There are multiple options for watching Kevin Can F**k Himself, such as streaming on Netflix, AMC+, and Prime Video.

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Kevin Can F**k Himself | Official Trailer (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oubiQsc9Hw8)

If you want to watch both seasons from beginning to end, Netflix is the better option, as Prime Video users only have access to one season.

If streaming is not your thing, there’s no need to worry – you can still purchase or rent both seasons digitally on Apple TV+.

You can stream both seasons of Kevin Can F**k Himself now. Also, take a look at other TV shows that will be available for streaming this month, as well as updates on popular comedy series like Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage and the upcoming fourth season of Only Murders in the Building.