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WGN Cancels “Underground” Bad news for fans of WGN’s breakout hit series, “Underground .” After becoming a fan favorite over j ust 2 action-packed seasons , WGN has pulled the plug on the show. Apparently, the decision is coming down from the network’s parent company, who’s looking to move away from big-budget scripted television and expand their audience in “another direction.” As Tribune Media President and CEO Peter Kern told Deadline : “Despite Underground being a terrific and important series, it no longer fits with our new direction and we have reached the difficult decision not to renew it for a third season. We are tremendously proud of this landmark series that captured the zeitgeist and made an impact on television in a way never before seen on the medium….It is our hope that this remarkable show finds another home and continues its stories of courage, determination and freedom.” Show star Jurnee Bell had this to say about the tough news: And Executive Producer John Legend made it clear that he’s searching for a new home for the show. WGN America has been bought and is going a different direction strategically. We will find a new home for #Underground ! https://t.co/xY47THI1Yl — John Legend (@johnlegend) May 30, 2017 Content wins. We're not reliant on a particular network to make great content. We're so proud of our show and the audience that supported! — John Legend (@johnlegend) May 30, 2017 Feel free to drop some hints to the networks/streaming services you want to pick up #Underground . Show them who will be watching! — John Legend (@johnlegend) May 30, 2017 SMH. Hopefully, they’ll find a new home! Will you miss it in the meantime?? WGN/Instagram/Twitter

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WGN’s “Underground” Cancelled After Just 2 Seasons — John Legend Scrambles To Find A New Network