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Prime Video Cancels 'The Wheel of Time' After Three Seasons

Despite critical acclaim for its third season, declining viewership and high production costs led to the decision to end the fantasy series.

A still from The Wheel of Time.
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Overview

  • Prime Video officially announced the cancellation of 'The Wheel of Time' after three seasons, citing financial considerations.
  • Season 3, which aired in March–April 2025, received a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score and was widely regarded as the series' best season creatively.
  • The show initially launched in 2021 as one of Prime Video's most-watched premieres, but Season 3 saw a significant drop in U.S. viewership, falling out of Nielsen’s Top 10 after three weeks.
  • The third season finale was designed to offer partial closure, but the show's overarching narrative remains incomplete.
  • Fans expressed disappointment over the cancellation, with some noting the show's creative improvement and global popularity during its final season.