A wave of disappointment hit Disney+ subscribers as another highly-anticipated sci-fi series faces the dreaded cancelation before its release. The dynamic world of streaming is undergoing seismic shifts, propelling many entertainment behemoths, including Disney, to reassess their strategies.
The lauded Witch Mountain series, starring Bryce Dallas Howard, has sadly been shelved. Bryce, renowned for her riveting roles in “Jurassic World” and “The Mandalorian,” broke the news during her panel at Fan Expo Canada in Toronto. Unfortunately, Howard didn’t delve deep into why the series was axed, but industry whispers suggest shifting priorities at Disney played a significant role.
The Witch Mountain project promised to breathe new life into the 1975 classic “Escape to Witch Mountain,” a tale of two orphaned siblings with psychic abilities on the run from a malicious millionaire. With a talented team, including writers Terry Matalas and Travis Fickett, who have graced shows like “Star Trek: Picard” and “12 Monkeys,” the series had all the makings of a new Disney+ spectacle.
While tragic, the show’s cancellation doesn’t shock industry watchers. In times where financial prudence reigns supreme, projects lacking the security of established franchises struggle to see the light. The last Witch Mountain endeavor, “Race to Witch Mountain,” starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, garnered lukewarm reception, spotlighting the franchise’s precarious standing.
Although the new series would have been a modern homage to the Witch Mountain saga, the current industry climate leaves little room for financial gambles. Enthusiasts can still immerse themselves in the Witch Mountain universe with all five movies now available on Disney+.
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Source: Klein Felt
