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Amazon Cancels 'Clean Slate,' Norman Lear's Final Project, After One Season

The critically acclaimed comedy, co-created by Laverne Cox and George Wallace, concludes its seven-year journey following its February 2025 debut.

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Overview

  • Amazon Prime Video officially confirmed the cancellation of 'Clean Slate' on April 18, 2025, just weeks after its February debut.
  • The series, co-created by Laverne Cox, George Wallace, and Dan Ewen, marked the final completed project by legendary producer Norman Lear before his death in 2023.
  • 'Clean Slate' followed the story of a Mobile, Alabama car wash owner reconnecting with his estranged trans daughter, blending humor with themes of identity and acceptance.
  • Despite an 89% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the show was canceled by the end of March 2025, with creators describing the effort as a 'labor of love' spanning seven years.
  • Originally developed in 2020 at Peacock, the series evolved through multiple platforms before landing on Prime Video, reflecting shifting strategies in the streaming landscape.