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Bad Sisters Reportedly Canceled at Apple TV+ After Two Seasons

Co-creator Sharon Horgan has a first-look pact at HBO with a new comedy in development.

Overview

  • Multiple UK outlets cite unnamed insiders saying Apple has shelved the award-winning Irish black comedy, with no on-the-record confirmation from Apple TV+.
  • Sharon Horgan and her company Merman signed a two-year first-look television deal with HBO, and a new original comedy has been ordered under that agreement with Horgan set to write, star and executive-produce.
  • The series premiered in August 2022 and returned in November 2024, earning strong reviews and BAFTAs during its two-season run.
  • Cast included Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Sarah Greene, Eve Hewson and Eva Birthistle, with the story centered on five Dublin sisters and a life insurance probe.
  • Fans expressed disappointment on social media after reports of the cancellation, though some commentary suggested the story had reached a natural conclusion.