Amazon Prime Video Cancels Kevin After One Season

Amazon Prime Video has canceled the adult animated series "Kevin" after a single season, the show's co-creator Aubrey Plaza announced on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The series, which premiered on April 20, 2026, will not be renewed for a second season.

Plaza shared the news in an Instagram post, expressing her disappointment. She thanked the fans, cast, and crew for their support. In her statement, she reflected on her experience with the NBC series "Parks and Recreation," which was given time to grow despite low initial ratings. She contrasted that with the current industry climate, expressing hope that "the machines won't ruin everything" and that the show might "find a new owner someday."

The series was co-created by Plaza and Joe Wengert, who is also her ex-partner. The show was inspired by their real-life tuxedo cat named Kevin, whom they had to rehome after their breakup. The story follows the titular cat, voiced by Jason Schwartzman, as he leaves his comfortable home after his owners separate and moves into a pet rescue in Astoria, Queens. There, he lives among a group of misfit animals.

The voice cast featured a notable ensemble including Amy Sedaris, John Waters, Whoopi...