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Amazon Prime Video has chosen not to renew the animated series Kevinabout a cat who moves into a pet rescue in Queens after humans become separated and bond with other animals, according to co-creator Aubrey Plaza.
Plaza shared the news on Instagram on Saturday, calling the decision “very disappointing because we’re just getting started.”
“I want to thank all the fans who watched our show and all the amazing cast and crew who worked so hard to make this dream come true,” she wrote. “I remember in the early days of Parks and Rec When we all thought we were going to get canceled because our reviews weren’t great. Our numbers. But we had some special people at NBC who believed in the show and let us grow and allow the audience to fall in love with our characters.
Thinking about the changes that have occurred in the television industry, she added: “I was hoping so.” Kevin But unfortunately we live in a different time in our industry. I hope the machines won’t ruin everything. maybe Kevin It will find a new owner one day. I love you all so much. meow.”
Hollywood Reporter I’ve reached out to a Prime Video representative for comment.
The series, co-created by Plaza, who also lent her voice to the series as one of Kevin’s humans, and Joe Wingert, who served as showrunner, stars Jason Schwartzman as the voice of the titular cat. Other stars who have lent their voices to the series include Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, Amy Sedaris, and Aparna Nancherla.
In its review, Hollywood ReporterAngie Hahn described it as “a fun comedy with a feline twist.”
All eight episodes of the series premiered on Prime Video on April 20.
Plaza also executive produces Kevin Along with Dan Murphy, Chris Prynoski, Ben Kalina, Shannon Prynoski and Antonio Cannobio. The series is produced by Titmouse, Evil Hag Productions, and Amazon MGM Studio.
