‘The Recruit' Canceled at Netflix After 2 Seasons
The Recruit won't be returning to Netflix for a third season.
The Hollywood Reporter learned Thursday that the Noah Centineo-led spy drama has been canceled after two seasons.
More from The Hollywood Reporter
Streaming Ratings: 'Severance' Continues Strong Run on Apple TV+
Noah Centineo, the Internet's Boyfriend, Is Now Kicking Ass
'The Recruit' Boss Alexi Hawley Breaks Down Season 2 and Making a Hero Show: "People Want to Root for Something"
The Recruit followed Owen Hendricks (Centineo), a CIA lawyer, who becomes involved in massive international conflicts with dangerous parties after an asset tries to expose their relationship to the agency.
Colton Dunn, who played Lester Kitchens in the series, called the cancellation 'a bummer' on Threads. 'The Recruit has been cancelled yall. Such a bummer,' he wrote. 'I'll share some pics and fun memories on IG but just wanted you to hear it from me. Thanks if you watched. I'm AVAILABLE NOW! Hire me for you tv story!!'
In season two, which premiered earlier this year, Hendricks was immediately thrust back into all the action, but this time in Seoul, South Korea. The season also starred Dunn, Aarti Mann, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Fivel Stewart, Angel Parker, Kaylah Zander and Teo Yoo.
Last month, Centineo opened up to THR about his experience filming season two. 'Reuniting with the cast on a personal level was just so good,' he said at the time. 'They're amazing people. We like each other, we love each other, we hang out with each other off set all the time. It created this propulsive element to the second season.'
He continued, 'The season moves fast. It's action-packed, and Teo [Yoo, who plays Jang Kyun Kim] comes in and just elevates the series. It felt really, really good to do, and Korea is incredible. It adds such a wonderful layer to the show, new colors and it's a vibrant city, and it really shows in the second season.'
The Recruit was among Netflix's top 10 TV titles following its season two debut. While the reason for the cancellation wasn't immediately clear, renewals are typically based on a combination of factors, including creative vision, how well the show satisfies the intended audience and economics.
Best of The Hollywood Reporter
The Cast of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' Then and Now
'Yellowstone' and the Sprawling Dutton Family Tree, Explained
A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
23 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Harris Yulin, Emmy-Nominated Actor of ‘Scarface' and ‘Ozark,' Dies at 88
Harris Yulin, a prolific Emmy-nominated actor whose career spanned more than five decades across film, television, and stage, died Tuesday of cardiac arrest in New York City. He was 88. The character actor's many films include 'Scarface,' 'Clear and Present Danger, and 'Training Day.' He also played Buddy Dieker on the Netflix series 'Ozark' from 2017 to 2018. He guested on 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and was Emmy nominated in 1996 for a guest role on 'Frasier.' He made his film debut in 1970 in the black comedy 'End of the Road,' but landed his first featured role in Brian De Palma's 1983 'Scarface' as Mel Bernstein, a dirty narcotics cop. The actor was always memorable even in small parts, such as the New York judge in 'Ghostbusters II' who agrees to reverse murder charges for a pair of rampaging ghosts. Yulin was a well-respected theater actor, making New York debut in 1963 in 'Next Time I'll Sing to You' and first appeared on Broadway in the 1980s production of 'Watch on the Rhine.' He also starred in Broadway productions of 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' 'The Price,' and 'Hedda Gabler.' The actor was set to begin production on the MGM+ series 'American Classic,' opposite Kevin Kline and Laura Linney. Series co-creator Michael Hoffman told The Hollywood Reporter, 'Harris Yulin was very simply one of the greatest artists I have ever encountered.' Yulin was married to actress Gwen Welles Nashville from 1975 until her death in 1993 at age 42. He is survived by his second wife, actress Kristen Lowman, and his son-in-law Ted, nephew Martin and godchildren Marco and Lara. The post Harris Yulin, Emmy-Nominated Actor of 'Scarface' and 'Ozark,' Dies at 88 appeared first on TheWrap.
Yahoo
27 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Liam Payne's Family Approves His Inclusion in Netflix's ‘Building the Band'
When Netflix premieres its latest musical competition series 'Building the Band' next month, the late Liam Payne will be featured as a guest judge. Thankfully, his family 'has reviewed the series and is supportive of his inclusion,' the streamer shared on Wednesday. 'Building the Band' will essentially combine elements of 'Love Is Blind' and 'Making the Band' in order to give contestants the chance to craft their ideal musical group … all without seeing each other face-to-face. Payne will be a guest judge on the reality TV series opposite mentor and head judge Nicole Scherzinger, host AJ McLean and fellow guest judge Kelly Rowland. The One Direction singer filmed the show prior to his death in October 2024. He was 31. All four of the aforementioned names, of course, come with plenty of expertise to share about being in bands — Payne was famously part of 1D after being put together on 'The X Factor,' while Scherzinger was in The Pussycat Dolls, Rowland was in Destiny's Child and McLean was in The Backstreet Boys. ''Building the Band' brings together talented singers for a truly unique competition show where building the perfect band is all about chemistry. The singers are in complete control as they seek to form their very own bands in individual 'booths' without ever seeing each other. All they have to go on is musical compatibility, connection, chemistry and merit,' per show's the logline. 'What will happen when the bands finally meet, and looks, choreography and style come into play? With incredible performances, compelling drama and one big goal — to find the next great music band — the stage is set for an unforgettable experience.' Executive producers include Cat Lawson, Alison Holloway, Katrina Morrison, Clara Elliot and Simon Crossley, while Remarkable Entertainment and Banijay UK produced. The first four episodes of 'Building the Band' drop July 9 on Netflix, followed by two more batches of episodes the following two Wednesdays. The post Liam Payne's Family Approves His Inclusion in Netflix's 'Building the Band' | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
Hypebeast
28 minutes ago
- Hypebeast
Better Gift Shop's Nike Collaboration Is Destiny Fulfilled
Brands have become increasingly connected with the world, establishing their presence via flagship storefronts, exclusive launches, pop-up activations, wide-reaching social media pages, and more. However, the true cornerstones of communities are locally owned spaces. For Toronto,Better Gift Shopis just that. Since 2017, theAvi Gold-led imprint has operated as a platform for key creative and cultural moments, leveraging collaboration to contextualize global works locally. Designed as the gift shop to a fictional museum, the label has assembled its most significant initiative to date, teaming up withNiketo put its spin on theAir Max Dn8. Inspired by the concept of revenge, the sneaker dons an aggressive appearance that enhances the streamlined silhouette with strong linework. In the brand's words, the shoe's glacial composition of gray and blue reflects how 'revenge is a dish best served cold.' To explore the campaign, we connected with Gold himself, who not only breaks down the shoe's various points of inspiration but also addresses his longstanding history with the Swoosh and how he manifested this powerful moment. Better Gift Shop has an extensive history of collaboration; however, this is its first collaboration with Nike. Was teaming up with the Swoosh a goal of yours at any point? It has always been our goal to work with Nike, something we have manifested for years. The brand was generous enough to give us 'Crystal Blue' Air Max 95s to gift our friends, and eventually, a few years later, they approached us to open an account. Ever since then, we have been able to collaborate on activations with Nike as well. 'We're all driven by nostalgia but ultimately want to focus on pushing forward.' The Nike Air Max Dn8 is the focal point of this project. What about the model speaks to you, and what makes it the right fit for Better Gift Shop? When Nike releases new silhouettes, everyone is quick to offer strong opinions. When I first saw the shoe, I knew I would be interested in it because I could see where the design references came from: the Air Max 2001, Air Max 96, etc. We're all driven by nostalgia but ultimately want to focus on pushing forward, so its acknowledgment of the past while delivering a futuristic look made it a great fit. When putting the collaboration together, what was your starting point? It all began with a conversation I had at Nike's World Headquarters in Beaverton, discussing all of the doubts I've experienced in all my years in the industry and the moments of disappointment. The following day, while in the Department of Nike Archives, myself and Teddy [Better Gift Shop's lead designer on the project] gravitated towards footwear moments that left lasting impressions on us — Spiridons from 1997, Vince Carter's Shox, and then seeing one of the original colorways of the Air Max 2001, which seems like a significant driving force in the inspiration for the Air Max Dn8. We paid homage to these key moments with details like the reflective, Spiridon-inspired lace loops and other 'effects' that speak to the aesthetics I enjoy as a fan of Nike. 'I stayed in touch with people from [Nike], but never imagined things landing where they have.' This iteration of the shoe draws inspiration from your journey with Nike. Could you elaborate more on this connection? Back in the day, I worked retail at the Nike Store on Bloor Street in Toronto. Knowing my love for the Air Max 95, Nike contacted me to host an activation based on the Air Max 95 after the ball got rolling on Better Gift Shop. I stayed in touch with people from the brand, but never imagined things landing where they have. It's still wild to consider that they trusted us to create an incredible product. Above all else, I am a fan of the brand. In the early nineties, my late uncle worked for Nike as an international sales rep, and he gifted me my first pair ever, so the brand holds a very special place in my heart. The shoe features a lenticular tongue design inspired by a friend of the brand who lives in Japan. What's the story behind that detail? I must credit my friend in Tokyo, Esqwe, for his idea. He makes lenticular pins and stickers, including designs for incredible people and brands. We were contemplating how to capture both logos simultaneously in a cool, unconventional way when it finally struck: make it lenticular! [laughs] I bought aBeavis and Butt-Headtee as a kid in Buffalo, New York. It had a lenticular patch sewn on it and always stuck with me as something nostalgic and cool. For this project, you created Revengie, your very own character who arrives in the form of a plushie and vinyl collectible statue, both of which appear in the campaign. Where did the inspiration for this come from? This concept was the idea of my friend Zirchi Gray, an incredible artist in Tokyo who is originally from Virginia. He moved to Tokyo years ago and adopted incredible illustration techniques, capturing moments in ways that are uncanny. We were going for the aesthetic of retro Japanese animated characters and looked to encapsulate it in a timeless, fun way. Zirchi pushed us to do the statue, plushie, and vinyl toys. We were obsessing over how to make things even more interesting and exciting for the consumer, and this landed exactly where we wanted to go with it. Earl Sweatshirt also appears in the campaign. What was it like working with him, and how did he get involved? Earl is a friend and is one of the most interesting and talented people I've ever met. Casting him for the project felt natural, as I've always appreciated his perspective, no matter the context, so it was a simple no-brainer. I'm incredibly grateful that he was willing to do this with us. He is very intentional, so having him involved is an honor. The campaign also includes apparel and accessory components. Can you walk me through the range? We were lucky that Nike let us flip some iconic staples with Better graphics, but there are also mythical items for promotional use only. We made the custom plushie, lapel pins, stickers, and, fingers crossed, a vinyl toy made in Japan that will launch at a Tokyo activation we're preparing. We also tied on items that are true to us: a special edition hat, a bandana with Geek Out Store, and custom basketball shorts. What sort of feeling do you hope people get when wearing the shoe? I hope this moment, story, and project all feel exciting, and that the sneakers feel special when you put them on. We needed to bring excitement to the people. Nike is tapping into 'the feeling' again. We saw it with the big bubble Air Max 95s and many others. My hope is for these Air Max Dn8s to be a point of recognition and distinction, like, 'Oh sh*t, you got the Better Dn8s!' The Better Gift Shop x Nike Air Max Dn8 launches exclusively viaBetter Gift Shopon June 13 alongside its accompanying apparel collection. From there, Nike SNKRS will host a drop on June 20.
