After 10 episodes, notable acclaim and somewhat greater than a month on the air, “Gordita Chronicles” has develop into a sufferer of an HBO Max programming shift, becoming a member of the ranks of exhibits canceled in 2022.
A Friday assertion from an HBO Max spokesperson learn: “Reside-action youngsters and household programming is not going to be a part of our programming focus within the speedy future, and because of this, we’ve needed to make the very tough choice to finish ‘Gordita Chronicles’ at HBO Max. The sequence earned essential acclaim and a loyal following, and we're proud to have labored with creator Claudia Forestieri and our two powerhouse government producers, Eva Longoria (who additionally masterfully directed the pilot) and Zoe Saldaña, to convey Cucu’s journey to the display. We thank them and the gifted forged and crew for creating such a heartfelt, groundbreaking present that related deeply with a vital demographic.”
On Friday, present creator Claudia Forestieri tweeted, “Cucu wants a brand new casa individuals... *sigh* #gorditaneedsanewcasa#gorditachronicles”
Inside hours, she had assist from followers throughout the Twitterverse, together with some well-known ones.
When showrunner Brig Muñoz-Liebowitz tweeted, “It is a load of lemons... however Gorditas make lemonade! We’re purchasing for a shiny new spot. #gorditachronicles@hbomax,” present triple Emmy nominee Quinta Brunson (creator and star of “Abbott Elementary”) responded, “Actually loved the present. Hope it finds a brand new residence quickly!”
Actress Dani Fernandez tweeted, “Tapping into the #SaveGorditaChronicles combat. All arms on deck my associates. Get loud with us This present is a treasure. Not solely among the best Latine comedies however finest comedies typically this yr. 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Be part of us! #SaveGorditaChronicles.”
The “One Day at a Time” revival was one other Latinx-centric sitcom to obtain acclaim, solely to be dropped by its authentic platform (Netflix). Its showrunner, Mike Royce, responded to the “Gordita” information on Instagram: “Right here is the unhappy state of tv at this time — this present got here out 34 days in the past, bought nice evaluations… and was simply cancelled. Gordita Chronicles shall be looking for a brand new residence and deservedly so.”
“Gordita” stans could also be seeking to “One Day” as a mannequin; after Netflix canceled it, it emerged once more on Pop (and others). Then once more, after that present’s fourth season, it was canceled for good.
Amongst different consultant Twitter replies, @kellyedwards_co, in line with her bio a “recovering TV government,” tweeted, “I'm heartbroken. My household and I binged 5 eps in a single sitting and we not often agree on something! Come on, consumers, choose this gem up for a 2nd season! #GorditaChronicles.” And @sophian16 wrote, “This present was so necessary and stuffed what I needed I noticed on television as a toddler.”
The present does at present maintain a 100% ranking on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer, however the web site doesn’t checklist the variety of evaluations for the title and consists of quotes from solely six on its “All Critics” web page. The Instances’ Robert Lloyd was very optimistic in his evaluation, calling it “humorous and interesting and typically shifting”:
“It’s not simple to make one thing authentically sunny and candy; it appears to me that a present like this one or ‘Abbott Elementary’ is tougher to execute efficiently, and definitely to get individuals speaking about it, than one thing like ‘Euphoria,’ which is made to be talked about,” he wrote in his assessment. “Shock results are simple; intercourse takes no effort to throw on the display. However sincerity takes artwork. Aside from the novel tradition of its characters, ‘Gordita Chronicles’ breaks no new floor in comedy — it doesn’t must — however its makers and forged are clearly in love with these individuals and their story. To have coronary heart, work has to come back from the center.”
“Gordita” joins the rising checklist of notable exhibits not returning after their 2022 seasons. Amongst these canceled: “Full Frontal With Samantha Bee,” “A.P. Bio,” “Batwoman,” “Kenan,” “Made for Love,” “Mr. Mayor,” “Black Monday” and “The Flight Attendant.” Moreover, stalwarts reminiscent of “Higher Name Saul,” “Atlanta,” “Higher Issues,” “The Good Struggle,” “Grace and Frankie,” “Killing Eve,” “Ozark,” “Peaky Blinders,” “This Is Us,” “The Strolling Lifeless” and “black-ish” all scheduled their closing seasons to air this yr.
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