Shadowhunters Cast Share Feelings Regarding Cancellation
Last night, June 4, Freeform announced that they would not be renewing Shadowhunters for a fourth season. However, the network did announce they would end the series with a 12 episode 3B season set to air in 2019.
Immediately, fans of the show took to social media to share their disagreement with Freeform’s decision and to begin a campaign to save the show. The stars of the show also took to social media to share their feelings regarding the cancellation.
The stars were apparently just as blindsided about the cancellation as the fans were. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the reason behind the cancellation was “Constantin lost its output deal with Netflix, which helped to foot the bill for the pricey project. Without the streaming giant’s financial backing, Constantin sought a greater cash infusion from Freeform, which sources say was unable to afford to keep the series running.
All good things come to an end. It has been my privelidge to be a part of this world. @ShadowhuntersTV team have been so close to my heart for 3 years. You. The fans. Make us happy and strong and proud. Thank you. For everything. We say goodbye with a heavy heart but our heads…
— Dominic Sherwood (@DomSherwood1) June 5, 2018
…held high. We love you. Forever and always. Xx
— Dominic Sherwood (@DomSherwood1) June 5, 2018
It has been an absolutely wonderful experience getting to be part of Shadowhunters for the past three years. After all of it, I hope I have fulfilled my promise of being the best Alec Lightwood you could ask for. Look out for the great work this crew will be doing out of
— Matthew Daddario (@MatthewDaddario) June 5, 2018
Toronto in the future, and look out for the great work from @FreeformTV, @Kat_McNamara, @DomSherwood1, @arosende, @EmeraudeToubia, @HarryShumJr, @isaiahmustafa, @mattdirector, @WainwrightAE, @DavidLCastro_, @alanvansprang, @willtudor1 and obviously whoever I'm leaving out
— Matthew Daddario (@MatthewDaddario) June 5, 2018
because typing in these names of amazing actors is overwhelming. And don't forget! There are more episodes to look forward to on @FreeformTV! There will be many more #shadowhunterschat full of my… sane and organized commentary… and, I'm certain, a fantastic finale!
— Matthew Daddario (@MatthewDaddario) June 5, 2018
We have a full final season you should all watch that will make you cry, laugh and feel entirely and absolutely emotionally and professionally satiated for eternity… Also pictures of birds! What more could you want! Thanks to you all for your amazing
— Matthew Daddario (@MatthewDaddario) June 5, 2018
support. I can't thank you enough for the ride. #akucinta…
— Matthew Daddario (@MatthewDaddario) June 5, 2018
Not ready to say goodbye … Xo
— Emeraude Toubia (@EmeraudeToubia) June 5, 2018
First, I want to say thank you to the INCREDIBLE fans from all over the world! This has been an amazing journey being part of @ShadowhuntersTV & to have the opportunity to play the incomparable Magnus Bane. I am so proud of our magical cast, crew & writers for 3 wonderful seasons
— Harry Shum Jr (@HarryShumJr) June 5, 2018
We still have 12 episodes left to finish what we started on @freeform & @netflix. You all have been so supportive and it’s been inspiring to read your tweets, comments and letters pouring your hearts out on how much the show means to you. I am honored to be part that.
— Harry Shum Jr (@HarryShumJr) June 5, 2018