| JUNE 23, 2023 | BY: TREKMOVIE.COM STAFF 290 COMMENTS SO FAR

The Hollywood Reporter this morning has some sad news for Trek fans: Paramount+ is following the industry trends and canceling shows, and Star Trek: Prodigy is among them.

The Paramount Global-backed streamer has canceled Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies after a single season, reversed its decision on a season two pickup for the animated and kids-focused Star Trek: Prodigy, axed competition series Queen of the Universe after two seasons and nixed The Game revival after two seasons. Additionally, all four shows will be removed from Paramount+ as the conglomerate joins Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery in taking tax write-offs for underperforming series.

Season 2 still happening, just not on Paramount+

THR notes that Prodigy season 2 is almost done, so it will finish post-production but then be shopped to another streaming services or TV networks.

Star Trek: Prodigy was renewed for season two in November 2021 and was a key push by franchise captain Alex Kurtzman to introduce the property to a younger generation. The series will complete post-production on season two of Prodigy and producers CBS Studios will shop both seasons to a new buyer.

Prodigy writers and producers reactions on social media

After the news broke, Prodigy and other Trek creatives have started express their thoughts on social media.

Creators Dan and Kevin Hageman started a small thread, they’re staying positive for the future of season two on a new network.

Head writer Aaron Waltke is “choosing joy.”

Writer Julie Benson – Prodigy was an “utter joy to be part of.”

Star Trek: Picard season 3 showrunner Terry Matalas was also among the first to tweet, saying his “heart goes out” to his Star Trek: Prodigy “brothers and sisters.”

Rylee Alazraqui, voice actress of Rok-Tahk, has “high hopes of finding it a new home.”