Vince Vaugh from "True Detective" Season 2. (Photo : Facebook/Vince Vaughn)
Are all chances for a "True Detective" Season 3 renewal lost? Eagle-eyed fans recently discovered a minor detail that may indicate that the series is no longer being picked up for another run.
It is said that an ad presented before the season premiere of "Game of Thrones" Season 6 listed "True Detective" as a "complete series," True Detective Rumors reported. Other HBO series were also featured in the ad, such as "Silicon Valley" and "Veep," for which HBO indicated that the network was streaming all episodes. For shows that are no longer airing, such as "Boardwalk Empire" and "Rome," they were listed as "complete series," and the same status was tagged for "True Detective."
Now fans raise a big question: Did HBO axe "True Detective" in secret? Perhaps not. To clarify, the streaming ad only features "True Detective" Season 2, and nothing about the first season. HBO probably meant to say that "True Detective" Season 2 is already complete on its own.
"True Detective" Season 3 may not be in absolute limbo. According to Variety, "True Detective" showrunner Nic Pizzolatto signed a contract with HBO for a number of new projects, and that includes future runs of "True Detective."
Moreover, the deal sets in motion some major decision making for the next season of "True Detective." Sources revealed that HBO is planning to change the format of the show, in response to the disappointing reviews for "True Detective" season two. The network is looking at several options: having Pizzolatto work with a group of writers, hiring a new showrunner or giving him a second chance at it. Either way, Pizzolatto will be on board as the show's executive producer.
"I am thrilled to continue our relationship with Nic, as he is one of the most exceptionally talented writers and producers working today," HBO Programming president Michael Lombardo said. "I look forward to seeing where his unique creative vision will take us next."
"True Detective" Season 2 did not meet the expectations that followed the critically-acclaimed first season run. The second season, which starred Vince Vaughn, Collin Farrel and Rachel McAdams, received unfavorable ratings from fans and critics.
Even so, the show still secured an estimated 11.3 million viewers.
Watch "True Detective" Season 2 trailer below:
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