Hulu cancels Mindy Kaling comedy after one season

Hulu has canceled Mindy Kaling's comedy series "Not Suitable for Work" after a single season of nine episodes, the streaming service confirmed on August 25, 2026. The decision, first reported by Variety, comes nearly four months after the show premiered in June and leaves multiple storylines unresolved following a cliffhanger finale. Warner Bros. Television, the studio behind the production, plans to shop the series to other potential buyers.

The show, created and executive produced by Kaling, followed a group of ambitious 20-somethings navigating career ambitions and personal lives in Manhattan's Murray Hill neighborhood. The ensemble cast included Ella Hunt as AJ, an investment banker from Boston; Avantika as her best friend Abby, an aspiring celebrity stylist; Will Angus as Davis, AJ's coworker with a romantic interest; Jack Martin as Josh, a young journalist; and Nicholas Duvernay as Kel, an aspiring actor. Jay Ellis also starred in the series. Recurring guest stars featured Victor Garber, Greg Germann, Constance Wu, and others.

The cancellation marks another setback in Kaling's television portfolio, which has seen several recent endings. HBO Max ended "The Sex Lives of...