Netflix has chosen to cancel The Brothers Sun despite its initial success and positive reception from both critics and audiences. The decision comes as a disappointment to fans who were eagerly anticipating a second season of the Triads drama series, especially given its promising narrative and the inclusion of acclaimed actress Michelle Yeoh.
According to a report by Sportskeeda, The Brothers Sun, created by Brad Falchuk, managed to secure substantial viewership and critical acclaim during its debut season, earning a spot in Netflix's English-language top 10 for over a month and peaking at number 2.
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However, the series fell short of reaching the 7 million weekly views threshold deemed necessary by Netflix to justify its continuation. Despite its success in various aspects, the low viewership rendered the series economically unsustainable for Netflix, resulting in the unexpected cancellation.
One silver lining for viewers is that The Brothers Sun's first season presented a relatively self-contained story arc. The initial eight-episode run concluded the primary narrative, offering closure for the central plot. However, the cancellation left behind one unresolved mystery that fans may have anticipated in a potential second season.
The show's intriguing premise, revolving around the Sun family's struggle for survival amidst Triad conflicts in contemporary Los Angeles,