Despite the uncertainty, the majority of Prison Break fans are still hoping for Prison Break Season 6. Previously, viewers were ecstatic after learning that the sixth season was in the works. However, the current situation is different. Today, we’ll try to find out whether Season 6 has been formally canceled. What is the cause for the show’s cancellation? Let’s take a look back.
Following the promotion of the fifth season of Prison Break, FOX Television Group CEO Dana Walden stated in May 2017 that the network would “absolutely consider doing more episodes.” Season 6 was announced on December 12, 2017, by series co-creator Dominic Purcell through Instagram.
Furthermore, Fox’s president of entertainment, Michael Thorn, revealed on January 4, 2018, that a “new iteration” was in the works. He also stated that Prison Break Season 6 will not feature the full new ensemble, even though the two leads, Dominic Purcell and Wentworth Miller, are slated to reprise their roles as Lincoln Burrows and Michael Scofield, respectively.
After two months, series creator Paul Scheuring confirmed that the scripts for the first episode of Prison Break Season 6 were finished. On March 22, just 11 days later, he announced Amaury Nolasco and William Fichtner are ready to return, adding, “We’re starting from the beginning. Those are the very first frames.” Alexander Mahone later joined the cast.
If you must know, I finished the 601 script.
— Paul T. Scheuring (@paultscheuring) March 12, 2018
Dominic Purcell revealed in February 2019 that filming for Prison Break Season 6 was still going on. However, the scenario was altered after that. In the meantime, as viewers began to anticipate Prison Break Season 6, Fox Entertainment CEO Charlie Collier announced in August 2019 that there were no plans for Prison Break.
There are no plans to revive Prison Break or any of the other franchises at this time, but “when the creators come with a story that they think is the right time to tell, we are so ready to listen because those are some franchises of which I’m so proud and feel so lucky that they’re in our stable,” Charlie Collier said.
In the same month, the Prison Break writer’s room tweeted the following message:
“Nothing is ever dead (remember when Sara was decapitated? ), but season 6 is currently out of the question.” But we adore and appreciate every one of you.”
Michael Thorn spoke to Deadline in January 2020 about the shows 24′ and ‘Prison Break.’ Thorn told Deadline, “We continue to talk about 24 and Prison Break as potential spinoffs.” “There isn’t anything ready to announce.”
In addition, Wentworth Miller confirmed that he would not be reprising his role as Michael Scofield. He also indicated why he was no longer interested in playing his role. The viewers were shocked and disappointed by this.
“On a similar note… I’m leaving. Of PB. Officially. Not because of the static on social media (although that has centered the issue). I simply do not want to portray straight roles. Their stories have already been recounted (and told). So. Michael is no longer here. If you were hoping for further seasons of the show, I understand your disappointment. I apologize. If you’re hot and bothered because you fell for a fictional straight man played by a genuine homosexual man… you’re that a job. Wentworth Miller stated, “- W.M.”
Dominic Purcell instantly came out in support of Wentworth Miller, announcing on social media that “he will also not be returning for Prison Break Season 6.”
“I cannot persuade him, nor would I even attempt to persuade him to reveal his true feelings.” So, six isn’t going to happen, and if it does, it’s not going to happen with myself or Wentworth because I’m loyal to Wentworth,” Dominic Purcell remarked in a video clip.
Dominic Purcell has said season 6 won’t happen in his new Instagram video pic.twitter.com/VoW60dTTPb
— Prison Break (@prisonn_break_) November 9, 2020
The return of the American television drama is questionable after both Dominic Purcell and Wentworth Miller left the series.
Since there has been no official news regarding the cancellation of Prison Break Season 6, fans of the show are still hoping for the best. Keep an eye on Devdiscourse for further information on the television series.
FAQs
Why was Prison Break canceled?
Former Fox media executive Kevin Reilly informed reporters during the 2009 TV Critics Press Tour that Prison Break was canceled owing to a lack of innovation in the writer’s room. According to E! Online, Reilly went on to say, “The show has just played out.”
Why is there no Prison Break season 6?
The previously anticipated Season 6 of ‘Prison Break’ has been shelved/postponed indefinitely. Paul Scheuring said in March 2018 that he had completed the script for ‘Prison Break season 6 episode 1. He went on to say that the show was still in its early stages.
Is a sixth season of Prison Break in the works?
It has now been placed on hold indefinitely. In truth, Paul Scheuring said in March 2018 that he had finished writing the script for the first episode of “Prison Break” Season 6. He went on to say that the show was still in its early stages.