HBO, like many other networks and streaming services, has become quite strict about which shows get to continue. Sadly, it’s been revealed that a fan-favorite comedy series has now been cancelled by HBO.
As shared by Variety, the Emmy-winning series A Black Lady Sketch Show has been cancelled following its fourth season. The news was accompanied by a statement from HBO. Here’s what they shared regarding the “groundbreaking, hilarious series” which was created by Robin Thede:
“For four exceptional seasons of ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show‘ we’ve been thrilled to partner with her on this groundbreaking, hilarious series,” HBO representatives shared. “Robin, alongside Hoorae, Jax Media, and the incredible cast and crew, leave an indelible legacy not only in sketch, but in television comedy, and we look forward to continued creative collaboration under her deal with us.”
Thede, who also served as showrunner, executive producer, writer, and star of the series shared the following statement as well:
“Thank you to all the immensely talented cast members, guest stars, writers, directors, editors and crew members who have made ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ an Emmy-winning success,” Thede added. “I especially want to recognize the Black women and other women of color who excelled in every department at ‘ABLSS.’ I am also eternally grateful for the support of Issa Rae and Jax Media, Amy Gravitt, Casey Bloys and the entire team at HBO, Max and Warner Bros. Discovery.”
Fans are no doubt disappointed to know that the series has been cancelled by the platform. However, it’s not the end of Thede’s work with the network. In fact, Thede is working with HBO to develop a half-hour comedy series that will be titled “Disengagement.”
Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional updates regarding HBO and its various programs as we have them. For now, fans can stream all four seasons of A Black Lady Sketch Show on Max.