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Saved by the Bell has been canceled after two seasons on Peacock!
The streaming service announced in a statement on Wednesday that the series has been canceled and will not be returning for a third season.”We are so proud to have been the home of the next iteration of Saved by the Bell for both new and OG fans,” Peacock said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE.
“Saved by the Bell has been a cultural mainstay for more than 30 years and the new series, led by Tracey Wigfield’s superfan enthusiasm and signature witty humor, seamlessly continued the show’s legacy, all while allowing more audiences to feel seen.”
“We’re grateful to Tracey, [producer] Franco Bario, our partners at UTV, the beloved cast, and the fans who have continued to champion one of the most iconic shows of all time,” the statement continued.
Peacock’s Saved By The Bell premiered in November 2020 as a reboot of the original series that featured many original cast members including Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffani Thiessen, Mario Lopez, Elizabeth Berkley and Lark Voorhies.
Gosselaar shared his reaction to the news on Twitter. “So disappointed by this news. So many talented individuals in all departments creating something original from a reboot,” he wrote. “Respect and admiration to everyone involved and thanks to the viewers.”
Saved By the Bell‘s two seasons will continue to be available to stream on Peacock.
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