12 Heartbreaking TV Show Cancellations of 2026 So Far
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Nicole Gallucci
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A mid-year roundup of the most heartbreaking TV show cancellations announced in 2026 by major broadcast networks and streaming platforms. The article highlights 12 canceled shows selected by Team Decider that were particularly impactful, noting that more cancellations are expected before the year ends.
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Each year, major networks like ABC, CBS, The CW, FOX, and NBC, plus popular streamers like Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount+, Peacock, and Prime Video, re-evaulate their slates, and as a result, the world has to say farewell to dozens of beloved shows.
Of this year's canceled TV shows, Team Decider picked 12 casualties that shook us to our cores.
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