{"id":373155,"date":"2024-09-28T22:10:30","date_gmt":"2024-09-28T21:10:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gaytimes.com\/?p=373155"},"modified":"2024-09-30T08:56:04","modified_gmt":"2024-09-30T07:56:04","slug":"i-cant-take-it-anymore-fans-condemn-cancellation-of-lgbtq-inclusive-chucky-series","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gaytimes.com\/culture\/i-cant-take-it-anymore-fans-condemn-cancellation-of-lgbtq-inclusive-chucky-series\/","title":{"rendered":"“I can’t take it anymore”: Fans condemn cancellation of LGBTQ+ inclusive Chucky series"},"content":{"rendered":"

The <\/span>Chucky<\/span><\/em> TV series has been cancelled, and fans are very unhappy. <\/span><\/p>\n

Back in 2021, horror fans were treated to the latest entry in the popular <\/span>Child’s Play<\/span><\/em> franchise. <\/span><\/p>\n

Set after the events of 2017’s <\/span>Cult of Chucky<\/span><\/em>, the show follows teenager Jake Wheeler (Zackary Arthur), who is struggling with his sexuality in a small suburban town. <\/span><\/p>\n

After finding the creepy doll at a yard sale, horrific murders begin to occur, changing the town and its residents forever.<\/span><\/p>\n

While the series featured a handful of new faces, Brad Dourif, the original voice actor of the psychotic doll, reprised his role alongside other franchise veterans Jennifer Tilly, Alex Vincent, and Christine Elis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since its release, the show has earned universal acclaim from fans and critics, <\/span>with its third entry earning 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

In addition to the show’s creative and multilayered storylines, <\/span>Chucky<\/span><\/em> has been lauded by queer viewers for its unapologetic LGBTQIA+ representation<\/a> and for featuring the franchise’s first-ever gay kiss.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, despite its success, the devious doll’s chaotic adventures have unfortunately come to an end.<\/span><\/p>\n

According to a report from <\/span>Variety<\/span><\/a><\/em>, Syfy and USA Networks have opted not to move forward with a fourth season despite alleged conversations to wrap up the story with a shortened season or film.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since the news was announced, fans have flocked to social media to express their disappointment over the cancellation, which spawned the “RenewChucky” hashtag.<\/span><\/p>\n

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One viewer on X, formerly known as Twitter, <\/span>wrote<\/span><\/a>: “FIRST PLL<\/em> NOW THIS????????? I CAN’T TAKE IT ANYMORE.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Another viewer <\/span>tweeted<\/span><\/a>: “It’s sad to see Chucky, which was one<\/span> of my <\/span>comfort shows, be cancelled.<\/span> I applaud the series for unapologetically showcasing LGBTQ<\/em>+ cha<\/span>r<\/span>acters\/storylines<\/span>.” <\/span><\/p>\n

A third viewer <\/span>added:<\/span><\/a> “Chucky<\/em> just got cancelled\u2026 so that means we’re never gonna know what will happen to the horror trio. Oh I’m SICK.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Mancini and members of the cast have also shared their reactions to the news, with the former writing: “I’m heartbroken over the news that Chucky<\/em> won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we dd have. <\/span><\/p>\n

“I’d like to thank UCP\/SYFY\/Peacock\/ Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart. Chucky will return! He ALWAYS comes back.”<\/span><\/p>\n

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I have so much love for our amazing fans. Your #RenewChucky<\/a> campaign meant the world to me during a very difficult time. Chucky says to tell all of you, quoting himself: \u201cSee ya real soon.\u201d \u2764\ufe0f\ud83d\udd2a pic.twitter.com\/LwNNfOBZEO<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Don Mancini (@RealDonMancini) September 28, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n