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Doctor Odyssey Renewal Hopes Fade After ABC Lets Contracts Expire

Expired cast contracts coupled with the show's costly cruise-ship production leave a second season in doubt despite Jackson's fond reflections.

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Overview

  • ABC declined to pick up cast options by the June 30 deadline, effectively canceling the luxury-cruise medical drama.
  • Joshua Jackson said he’s “bummed out” and will miss working with co-stars Phillipa Soo, Sean Teale and Don Johnson.
  • The lead actor noted ABC has not explained its decision and he’s “not holding his breath” on the series returning.
  • A second season would require fresh negotiations with key talent and absorb the show’s high production costs.
  • Although Doctor Odyssey drew solid streaming numbers on Hulu, its live viewership declined by season’s end.