Netflix’s anime series “Terminator Zero” has unfortunately been canceled after just one season. The news was confirmed by series creator Mattson Tomlin in a heartfelt message on his official X account. Despite receiving praise from critics and audiences alike, the show did not attract enough viewers to justify a second season.
Tomlin expressed his disappointment at not being able to explore the Future War storyline that he had planned for seasons 2 and 3. However, he also mentioned that he is content with how the series stands on its own. He hinted at the possibility of sharing his original plans for the full five-season run in the future and expressed gratitude for the fans who connected with the show.
The decision to cancel “Terminator Zero” comes as no surprise, as there had been no news of a renewal since its debut in August 2024. The show, set in the “Terminator” universe, follows a soldier sent back in time to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee in 1997. As Malcolm grapples with the ethical implications of his creation, he is pursued by a relentless assassin from the future, ultimately changing the fate of his children.
The series featured an English language voice cast including AndrĂ© Holland, Sonoya Mizuno, Rosario Dawson, and Timothy Olyphant, as well as a Japanese voice cast with names like YĆ«ya Uchida and Saori Hayami. Tomlin served as the show’s developer, showrunner, and executive producer, with Masashi Kudo directing. Executive producers from Skydance included David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Don Granger, while Production IG handled the animation.
While “Terminator Zero” may not be returning for a second season, fans can still appreciate the unique storyline and characters that made the show stand out. Despite its cancellation, the series has left a lasting impact on those who embraced its futuristic world.
