Fans Are Heartbroken as ‘Laid’ Starring Stephanie Hsu Gets Canceled After One Season!

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Yet another underrated comedy gem has been overlooked, this time on its streaming platform. I’m talking about the critically acclaimed and star-studded comedy series “Laid,” featuring Stephanie Hsu. Despite garnering a 93% rating on the Tomatometer (and a 75% on the Popcornmeter) from both critics and viewers, Peacock decided to cancel it after just one season. It’s unfortunate that this entertaining series won’t be getting another chance, especially for those who enjoyed watching it.

The news, initially broken by Deadline, arrives at a point when fewer and fewer comedy series are being approved. The show titled ‘Laid’ centered around Ruby Yao, played by Hsu, who over the course of 8 episodes, discovered that all her past lovers were mysteriously dying in peculiar ways. This forced her to revisit her past relationships to progress. Zosia Mamet portrayed her best friend, AJ in the series. The show humorously explored the notion that “you’re not flawed; you just haven’t found your perfect match yet!”, only to reveal that Ruby was indeed the problem, due to a generational curse affecting her family.

At present, there’s no news if the co-showrunners, executive producers, and writers Nahnatchka Khan and Sally Bradford McKenna are considering to move the series to another network or studio. However, let’s hope they do, as it would be fantastic if the romantic comedy genre regained its due recognition!

Wondering about the conclusion of Season 1 and what we can anticipate for Season 2? Check out the details provided below.

‘Laid’ Was A Subversive Twist On The Romantic Comedy — And It’s A Shame That It’s Gone

As a film enthusiast, let me share that the series not only showcased Hsu and Mamet, but also Michael Angarano as a permanent cast member. Moreover, we were treated to guest appearances by the likes of Andre Hyland, Kate Berlant, David Denman, John Early, Ettore “Big E” Ewen, Chloe Fineman, Olivia Holt, Simu Liu, Finneas O’Connell, and Alexandra Shipp. Frankly, the sheer comedic talent and skill these guest stars brought to the table is a testament to the series’ potential, making it an enticing proposition for any studio considering its revival on their platform.

Later on, things concluded with Ruby’s long-absent father, François Chau, returning, and the disclosure that her affliction was indeed a generational curse. This twist would have undoubtedly sparked excitement for Season 2. Additionally, in the final moments of the finale, Finneas O’Connell’s character, Jason, met an abrupt end after a prolonged marathon, with Ruby trying to transfer the curse in the process.

Given that Khan and McKenna were behind the creation of “Don’t Trust The B In Apt 23” – another show cut short prematurely – we eagerly await more work from them, whether it’s from this particular show or another one of their witty and amusing creations. For now, we can only lament the day Peacock decided to terminate such an exceptional series.

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2025-05-29 23:33