'Heels' Moves to Netflix with a Chance for Season 3 Amid Challenges
The wrestling drama's continuation on Netflix hinges on viewer reception and the busy schedules of lead actors Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig.
- 'Heels,' a family drama about a Southern wrestling promotion, has been licensed to Netflix after its cancellation by Starz, with the potential for a third season.
- The future of 'Heels' on Netflix depends on the show's performance and the availability of its stars, Stephen Amell and Alexander Ludwig, who have other commitments.
- Netflix's acquisition includes nonexclusive rights to the first two seasons, allowing Starz to retain streaming rights on its platform.
- The move to Netflix aligns with the streamer's upcoming role as the home for WWE programming, indicating a strategic expansion of its wrestling-related content.
- A third season, if greenlit, could explore other characters or feature real-life wrestlers, despite the challenges posed by the lead actors' schedules.