Amazon Prime Video has cleared the decks, canceling five scripted series across drama, animation, superhero satire and musical teen fare. The streamer offered no unified explanation, but the moves arrive amid ongoing strategic shifts under Amazon MGM Studios Head of Global TV Peter Friedlander, who has been reshaping Prime Video’s slate and partnerships. Several of these shows launched under the previous regime, some earned solid reviews or fan traction, and all were cut after short runs. Newsweek has reached out to Amazon for comment on the reason behind some recent show cancellations. ‘Spider-Noir’ The live‑action noir‑styled Marvel series starring Nicolas Cage was one of Prime Video’s buzziest genre swings, centered on an alternate‑universe version of Spider‑Man set in a gritty 1930s New York. Spider-Noir arrived with high expectations and strong brand recognition, with a 92 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 90 percent audience score on the same platform. The series was canceled on September 4, after one season. Insiders pointed to its high production cost and limited global traction, two factors that have increasingly shaped Amazon’s renewal calculus. “For me, one season is perfect, having said what I wanted to say with this dangerous, innovative, pop-art Spider-Man,” Cage told Deadline. “Onwards, upwards, inwards.” ‘It’s Not Like That’ Prime Video’s faith‑based family drama It’s Not Like That premiered January 25, 2026, on the Wonder Project channel before expanding globally on May 15. Created by Ian Deitchman and Kristin Robinson, the series followed Malcolm (Scott Foley), a recently widowed pastor, and Lori (Erinn Hayes), a newly divorced mother, as they navigated single parenthood and the possibility of a long‑simmering romance. Critically, the show was a standout, holding a perfect 100 percent Rotten Tomatoes score, and it performed well enough to land in Prime Video’s Top 10 global series list, debuting at No. 9. It also made it on the U.S. Daily Top 10. Despite strong reviews and steady audience engagement, Prime Video canceled the series on July 7, 2026, after one season. The decision surprised both fans and cast members, as Foley publicly lamented the cancellation, and Hayes echoed the disappointment. Deadline noted that while Wonder Project’s House of David was renewed, It’s Not Like That was a casualty of shifting priorities under the new Amazon leadership. The finale ended on a cliffhanger with Malcolm finally confessing his feelings for Lori, only for viewers to learn it was a fantasy sequence. ‘Kevin’ The adult animated sitcom Kevin, created by Joe Wengert and Aubrey Plaza, premiered April 20, 2026. The series followed Kevin, a neurotic anthropomorphic tuxedo cat voiced by Jason Schwartzman, as he adjusted to life after his human owners split up. The show leaned into chaotic humor, surreal pet dynamics, and Plaza’s signature deadpan sensibility. Critics were divided. The series earned a 64 percent Rotten Tomatoes critical score and a 78 percent audience score, with Variety praising its “enjoyable chaos,” while The Guardian called it “irretrievably bad.” RogerEbert.com criticized its animation quality and repetitive humor. Despite a star‑studded voice cast—including Amy Sedaris, Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, and guest stars like Patti LuPone and Addison Rae—Prime Video canceled Kevin on June 19, 2026, just two months after release. Plaza announced the news on Instagram, expressing disappointment and comparing the situation to Parks and Recreation, which NBC allowed to grow despite early ratings struggles. ‘The Runarounds’ Prime Video’s musical teen drama The Runarounds premiered September 1, 2025, and was canceled in April 2026 after one season. Created by Jonas Pate, the series followed a group of Wilmington, North Carolina, teens who formed a rock band and pursued a record deal during the summer after high school. The real indie rock band, The Runarounds—William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jesse Golliher, Zendé Murdock, and formerly Jeremy Yun—played fictionalized versions of themselves. The series blended coming‑of‑age drama, original music, and behind‑the‑scenes band dynamics, with episodes centered on gigs, writer’s block, road trips, viral fame, and industry setbacks. Critically, the show received a 71 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 90 percent audience rating. While not a breakout hit, it built a niche fanbase, boosted by the band’s real‑world touring success. The group released a soundtrack alongside the series and embarked on a sold‑out “Mini Van Tour” in 2025 and 2026. Prime Video canceled the series on April 3, 2026, ending its eight‑episode run. The band continues performing independently, even as the fictional version of their story concludes. ‘Gen V’ The Boys franchise spinoff Gen V premiered in 2023 and quickly became a critical hit. Season 1 earned a 97 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while Season 2 held at 90 percent, with critics praising its cast—especially Jaz Sinclair, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips, and Hamish Linklater—and its sharp, gruesome satire. Set at Godolkin University, the series followed young Supes as they competed for status while uncovering Vought’s dark experiments. Season 2, rewritten after the tragic death of star Chance Perdomo, pushed the story into the escalating war between humans and Supes. Despite strong reviews and franchise relevance, Amazon canceled Gen V in April 2026, after two seasons. The move was widely expected: Perdomo’s death delayed production, and several cast members booked new roles. Prime Video is also winding down The Boys, which ends its five‑season run in May 2026. However, Gen V characters will continue appearing in The Boys Season 5 and future Vought Cinematic Universe projects, including Vought Rising (2027). Executive producers Eric Kripke and Evan Goldberg said, “You’ll see them again.” Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Amanda Castro and Trevor Davies.

Amazon Prime Video has cleared the decks, canceling five scripted series across drama, animation, superhero satire and musical teen fare.

The streamer offered no unified explanation, but the moves arrive amid ongoing strategic shifts under Amazon MGM Studios Head of Global TV Peter Friedlander, who has been reshaping Prime Video’s slate and partnerships.

Several of these shows launched under the previous regime, some earned solid reviews or fan traction, and all were cut after short runs.

Newsweek has reached out to Amazon for comment on the reason behind some recent show cancellations.

The live‑action noir‑styled Marvel series starring Nicolas Cage was one of Prime Video’s buzziest genre swings, centered on an alternate‑universe version of Spider‑Man set in a gritty 1930s New York.

Spider-Noir arrived with high expectations and strong brand recognition, with a 92 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 90 percent audience score on the same platform.

The series was canceled on September 4, after one season. Insiders pointed to its high production cost and limited global traction, two factors that have increasingly shaped Amazon’s renewal calculus.

“For me, one season is perfect, having said what I wanted to say with this dangerous, innovative, pop-art Spider-Man,” Cage told Deadline. “Onwards, upwards, inwards.”

Prime Video’s faith‑based family drama It’s Not Like That premiered January 25, 2026, on the Wonder Project channel before expanding globally on May 15. Created by Ian Deitchman and Kristin Robinson, the series followed Malcolm (Scott Foley), a recently widowed pastor, and Lori (Erinn Hayes), a newly divorced mother, as they navigated single parenthood and the possibility of a long‑simmering romance.

Critically, the show was a standout, holding a perfect 100 percent Rotten Tomatoes score, and it performed well enough to land in Prime Video’s Top 10 global series list, debuting at No. 9. It also made it on the U.S. Daily Top 10.

Despite strong reviews and steady audience engagement, Prime Video canceled the series on July 7, 2026, after one season. The decision surprised both fans and cast members, as Foley publicly lamented the cancellation, and Hayes echoed the disappointment.

Deadline noted that while Wonder Project’s House of David was renewed, It’s Not Like That was a casualty of shifting priorities under the new Amazon leadership.

The finale ended on a cliffhanger with Malcolm finally confessing his feelings for Lori, only for viewers to learn it was a fantasy sequence.

The adult animated sitcom Kevin, created by Joe Wengert and Aubrey Plaza, premiered April 20, 2026. The series followed Kevin, a neurotic anthropomorphic tuxedo cat voiced by Jason Schwartzman, as he adjusted to life after his human owners split up. The show leaned into chaotic humor, surreal pet dynamics, and Plaza’s signature deadpan sensibility.

Critics were divided. The series earned a 64 percent Rotten Tomatoes critical score and a 78 percent audience score, with Variety praising its “enjoyable chaos,” while The Guardian called it “irretrievably bad.” RogerEbert.com criticized its animation quality and repetitive humor.

Despite a star‑studded voice cast—including Amy Sedaris, Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, and guest stars like Patti LuPone and Addison Rae—Prime Video canceled Kevin on June 19, 2026, just two months after release.

Plaza announced the news on Instagram, expressing disappointment and comparing the situation to Parks and Recreation, which NBC allowed to grow despite early ratings struggles.

Prime Video’s musical teen drama The Runarounds premiered September 1, 2025, and was canceled in April 2026 after one season. Created by Jonas Pate, the series followed a group of Wilmington, North Carolina, teens who formed a rock band and pursued a record deal during the summer after high school.

The real indie rock band, The Runarounds—William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jesse Golliher, Zendé Murdock, and formerly Jeremy Yun—played fictionalized versions of themselves. The series blended coming‑of‑age drama, original music, and behind‑the‑scenes band dynamics, with episodes centered on gigs, writer’s block, road trips, viral fame, and industry setbacks.

Critically, the show received a 71 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 90 percent audience rating. While not a breakout hit, it built a niche fanbase, boosted by the band’s real‑world touring success. The group released a soundtrack alongside the series and embarked on a sold‑out “Mini Van Tour” in 2025 and 2026.

Prime Video canceled the series on April 3, 2026, ending its eight‑episode run. The band continues performing independently, even as the fictional version of their story concludes.

The Boys franchise spinoff Gen V premiered in 2023 and quickly became a critical hit. Season 1 earned a 97 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while Season 2 held at 90 percent, with critics praising its cast—especially Jaz Sinclair, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips, and Hamish Linklater—and its sharp, gruesome satire.

Set at Godolkin University, the series followed young Supes as they competed for status while uncovering Vought’s dark experiments. Season 2, rewritten after the tragic death of star Chance Perdomo, pushed the story into the escalating war between humans and Supes.

Despite strong reviews and franchise relevance, Amazon canceled Gen V in April 2026, after two seasons. The move was widely expected: Perdomo’s death delayed production, and several cast members booked new roles. Prime Video is also winding down The Boys, which ends its five‑season run in May 2026.

However, Gen V characters will continue appearing in The Boys Season 5 and future Vought Cinematic Universe projects, including Vought Rising (2027).

Executive producers Eric Kripke and Evan Goldberg said, “You’ll see them again.”

Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Amanda Castro and Trevor Davies.