Netflix Cancels ‘The Recruit’ After Two Seasons

The Noah Centineo-led spy series ends despite strong reviews and solid viewership for its second season.

The Recruit, starring Noah Centineo as a CIA lawyer, has been canceled by Netflix just over a month after its second season premiered on January 30, 2025.
The show received improved critical acclaim in its second season, with a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but faced competition from Netflix's other spy thriller, The Night Agent.
Creator Alexi Hawley expressed disappointment in the cancellation, suggesting a potential movie continuation while reflecting on the challenges of production, including delays caused by the 2023 Hollywood strikes.
Fans and cast members, including Colton Dunn, voiced frustration over the abrupt end, citing the unresolved storylines and the show's solid performance in Netflix's Top 10 rankings.
The series, which featured international settings like South Korea in its second season, remains available for streaming on Netflix despite its cancellation.