January 2026 brought a wave of TV show cancellations across networks and streaming platforms. From abrupt decisions to close out new series to final season declarations for established titles, multiple shows reached their endpoint during this period.
Netflix led the month’s headlines with multiple cancellations, while Paramount+ closed the chapter on one of its key dramas. PBS shuttered a long-standing news program due to funding cuts, and Disney+ halted development on franchise-based content under Lucasfilm. The decisions reflect a broader shift in streaming strategy, including viewership metrics, cost management, and brand realignment.
List of all TV shows Canceled in January 2026
The Abandons
Netflix canceled the Western drama The Abandons in January 2026, roughly a month after its debut. The streaming giant removed the show from its future lineup after the series lost audience momentum following its debut. Gillian Anderson led the cast, and Kurt Sutter created the show.
The Vince Staples Show
Netflix ended The Vince Staples Show after two seasons. Netflix released the second season in November 2025 but did not renew the series, confirming its cancellation by early 2026.
Mayor of Kingstown
Paramount+ confirmed that Mayor of Kingstown would conclude with its fifth season. The upcoming season will feature eight episodes, reduced from the standard ten. This marks the official end of the Taylor Sheridan–created series following the December 2025 finale of Season 4.
PBS News Weekend
PBS News Weekend aired its final episode on January 11, 2026. The show was canceled due to federal budget cuts that led to a loss of funding. The program had been on air for over a decade and was anchored by John Yang.
Indiana Jones (Unannounced Shows)
Two Indiana Jones TV projects were canceled by Disney in January 2026. These included an animated series codenamed Reggie and a live-action prequel centered on Abner Ravenwood. Neither series had been publicly announced before their termination.
Honorable Mention – The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
CBS canceled The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2025 and announced its final airdate in January 2026. The network will end the show on May 21, 2026, after 11 seasons and more than 1,700 episodes.
