Channel 4 Cancels Acclaimed Drama 'The Gathering' After One Season

Despite strong critical reception and awards, Channel 4 axes the psychological thriller due to strategic shifts and new leadership.

The Gathering, produced by the team behind Line of Duty, was canceled after its first season on Channel 4.
The series, which focused on a violent attack at a rave, received positive reviews but struggled with live broadcast viewership.
Despite low live ratings, The Gathering was considered a streaming success and won multiple awards at the Monte Carlo Television Festival.
Executive producer Simon Heath cited new leadership and priorities at Channel 4 as reasons for the show's cancellation.
Channel 4's recent leadership change saw Film4 boss Ollie Madden take over, leading to new programming directions.