Creator of Netflix’s ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ Rebuffs Season 2 Rumors

Summary

  • ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ anime won’t have season 2 and is self-contained.
  • O’Malley stated that it is an original series and does not aim to replace the comics or the film.

The popular anime series ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ was added to Netflix’s catalog on November 17, after a 20-year wait. Since its release, fans of the show have been eagerly waiting and asking one crucial question: will there be season 2?

If you’re wondering about the possibility of season 2, we’re here to provide you with all the information you need.

Science SARU’s anime series ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ has no plans for season 2. O’Malley and executive producer BenDavid Grabinski stated in an interview with Rolling Stone that the show is self-contained.

The creators also mentioned that they were aware of the typical complaint about TV shows getting canceled after just one season. To avoid this, they took a proactive approach and aimed to produce a self-contained story that could be wrapped up in a single season.

The animated series comprises 8 episodes and features an original story referencing Bryan Lee O’Malley’s graphic novels and the film adaptation starring Michael Cera and Mary Elizabeth Winstead.

Season 1 of the anime received high ratings from the press and fans. However, some community members expressed dissatisfaction with the significant changes made to the plot.

Bryan Lee O’Malley responded to the complaints and stated that ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ is an original series and does not aim to replace the comics or the film directed by Edgar Wright.

The post-credits scene of season 1 hints at the possibility of more stories involving the characters in their new timeline. While the first season has a conclusive narrative arc, fans are disappointed that there won’t be a new season for the anime.

About Scott Pilgrim

Scott Pilgrim is a series of graphic novels by Canadian author and comic book artist Bryan Lee O’Malley. The series consists of six digest size volumes, released between August 2004 and July 2010, by comic book publisher Oni Press.

The story revolves around Scott Pilgrim, a part-time musician who lives in Toronto, and plays bass ‍in a band. He falls in love with a girl named Ramona Flowers, but to date her in peace, he must defeat her seven evil exes.

Source: Deadline

Aaheli Pradhan

Aaheli Pradhan

A grandma by heart who loves to knit, sketch, and swing in parks. Binge-reads a massive amount of manga from psychological to shounen-ai. Either awkward or salty, there's no in-between.

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