Popular superhero series axed after two series – leaving fans devastated

FANS have been left devastated after yet another superhero series has been axed.

The linear and streaming worlds have both been hit with a barrage of cancellations in recent weeks.

And another popular show has met the same fate and has been consigned to the TV graveyard by execs.

Batman's prequel Pennyworth has been cancelled after just two seasons and won't be returning.

The popular HBO series, which stars English actor Jack Bannon, had gripped viewers since its launch in 2019.

In a statement, HBO thanked the show's creator Bruno Heller and all the cast and crew for their for their "brilliant, unique, gripping depiction of the origin of Alfred Pennyworth, one of the most iconic characters in the Batman world".

Series three of the superhero show aired in October last year as a new batch of superheroes were ushered in for a new era.

Meanwhile,  recently revealed Showtime has cancelled two scripted dramas, while a third which has already completed filming is being shopped to other outlets.

Fans of American Gigolo and Let the Right One In will be gutted to learn both shows - which debuted last year - will not be returning after Showtime's merger with Paramount+.

Meanwhile the adaptation of Three Women - which stars Shailene Woodley - never made it to air on Showtime but will hopefully find a new home on another network.

It's also been reported that Showtime has also reportedly decided to cancel Dexter: New Blood.

The crime drama launched last year to much fanfare as a new chapter of the show began.

But media website TVLine claim Showtime have ditched plans for a second series.

However, it might not be the very end of the TV character as the network are planning a prequel.

The same website reports that show bosses are exploring the idea of telling the story of a young Dexter Morgan.