Ridley Scott’s Team Responds to "Raised By Wolves" Cancellation

Ridley Scott’s renowned production company, Scott Free Productions, faced disappointment with the cancellation of the sci-fi series "Raised By Wolves" by HBO after two seasons in 2022. The show, created by Aaron Guzikowski, Ridley Scott, and David W. Zucker, portrayed a futuristic narrative on an alien planet. Despite HBO’s decision not to proceed with a third season, they expressed gratitude to the cast, crew, and creators for their artistic contributions.

Recently, Ridley Scott’s team at Scott Free Productions shared their sentiments on the cancellation of "Raised By Wolves." Clayton Krueger, the president of the TV division at Scott Free, expressed frustration, stating that they were ready to delve deeper into the show’s potential as they had crafted a compelling storyline and assembled a talented team.

The series revolved around two androids, Mother and Father, raising human children on an alien world post the destruction of Earth due to a conflict between militant atheists and the religious Mithraic order. The narrative explored themes of control, belief, and the complexities of human nature against a backdrop of conflicting ideologies.

Abubakar Salim, who starred in the series, expressed disappointment over the cancellation, highlighting industry changes and mergers affecting show continuations. He expressed hope for the series’ future despite the setback. However, the show was not picked up by another platform, and HBO decided to remove it from the streaming app, HBO Max, as part of cost-saving measures.

The decision to remove "Raised By Wolves" from HBO Max was part of a broader strategy by Warner Bros. Discovery CEO, David Zaslav, to license such shows to free ad-supported television channels after their removal from streaming platforms. This move reflects the evolving landscape of content distribution and the challenges faced by unique and innovative series like "Raised By Wolves."

The cancellation of "Raised By Wolves" marks a bittersweet moment for fans and the creative team behind the show. Despite its premature end, the series left a lasting impact with its thought-provoking narrative and compelling performances, showcasing the storytelling prowess of Ridley Scott and his team at Scott Free Productions.