Last night, Starz aired the finale of their Flesh and Bone TV series. Has it been cancelled? Will it return for a second season?
Flesh and Bone revolves around the artists who are part of New York’s American Ballet Company (ABC). It explores both the dysfunction and the glamor of the world of ballet. The large cast includes Sarah Hay, Ben Daniels, Irina Dvorovenko, Sascha Radetsky, Raychel Diane Weiner, Emily Tyra, Josh Helman, Damon Herriman, Tina Benko, Karrell Williams, Patrick Page, and Tovah Feldshuh.
The cable channel ordered Flesh and Bone as a regular TV series back in January 2014. After the eight episodes were filmed, it was decided to make Flesh and Bone a “limited series” instead. No script or footage changes were made as it was felt that the season finale could work as a series finale. Starz CEO Chris Albrecht later said that he didn’t expect there to be a second season.
In November, co-star Radetsky was asked by TVLine if he felt there was closure in the final episode. He said, “I think it could go either way. It’s a standalone series, but [creator] Moira’s [Walley-Beckett] always thinking and she’s creating new storylines, so there’s certainly room for more to be explored.”
When asked if he’d be open to coming back to do a second season, Radetsky said, “Yeah. [But] I don’t think it’s even a remote possibility that it’s going to happen. I think everyone’s really thrilled with it as a standalone season and have moved on.”
While Starz could decide to revive Flesh and Bone for a second season at some point, there hasn’t been any talk of it yet.
What do you think? Are you satisfied with the ending of Flesh and Bone? Would you have watched a second season?
I’m so dissapointed that there isn’t a second season.. 🙁 I really liked the show.
Loved the show so much! Great acting and story line. The dancing was wonderful. Such a tv rarity, So sorry it will not be brought back. Congrats on a beautiful job from everyone involved.
Such a great show. Give it a second chance and a second season!!! Please I want to see more of the story.
It didn’t feel like it was the end of the story. I really thought there was going to be a couple more episodes.
Flesh and Bone, a series worth watch about the intricate world of dance. There’s so much more to explore on the character development. The episodes are well written with the perfect cliffhanger to engage in next.
I understand the costs of production most be over the top, since you can tell the value and the creative challenge putting into each episode. However, taking into consideration the talent of Moira Walley-Beckett (Breaking Bad) and the audience reception, it should be enough to push the envelope for a co-production the solution, bring the brands to the scene.
I will definitely watch another 2 seasons.
This was an amazing show, I really can’t believe it won’t continue and yet shows that are poorly made and acted continue on…. It’s really sad. Congrats to ALL the amazing and talented actresses and actors that worked their hearts out for our entertainment on this show!
I want another season! i like it very much.
I felt the ending was left hanging. I want another season to see what happens in the characters lives.
Loved the whole series! Such talented people. I would certainly watch more seasons! It was left in a way that it could easily be picked up for another season from any of the characters! loved it!
This was one of the best tv dramas ever! A tv show focused on the ballet…what a groundbreaking idea! Such a pleasure to watch those talented actors and dancers…I looked forward to every episode. I feel like I’ve been given a treat and then had it snatched away.
Seriously I loved this series. I hate that it only was one season!! If it was just Claire’s story there are still so many unanswered questions. Also, what about Mia in the hospital, or the fact that the Russian mobster became a public supporter of ABC. So many unanswered questions all around! Starz is loosing one of its greatest hits if they don’t continue this series. Smh, I dont watch any of their other horrible series. Why must they cancel the good one!
I swore I would never watch another Starz series because they ALWAYS cancel my favorite series starting with Camelot! I just finished watching Flesh and Bone only to find out its canceled!
I would love to see a second season on “flesh and bone” it’s breath taking and a little edgy season 1 was fantastic and I am wanting to see more.
Flesh and Bone ROCKS!!! I can not believe it is 1 and done!! More PLEASE……..
It’s sad that shows like this get cancelled and “Housewives”, “Kardashians” and “DWTS” get renewed season after season. Is America really only interested in watching reality garbage? It’s Sad! This was an interesting and intriguing show – really different!