Earlier this year, Deadline reported that production on Good Omens season three, the third and final season of the show, had paused amid allegations of assault centering on creator Neil Gaiman. Gaiman, of course, was the executive producer, writer, and showrunner of Good Omens. And so, understandably, among multiple allegations of sexual assault, the series paused its work. Deadline reported in September that “there are discussions about possible production changes.” However, Amazon had not made any official announcements at that time.
After that, reports indicated that Neil Gaiman offered to step aside from Good Omens season three so that the production could continue. Deadline shared, “We understand that Gaiman has made an offer to Amazon and producers to take a back seat on the latest season so that it can continue amid crisis talks over the Terry Pratchett adaptation’s future.” The publication, though, further noted that Gaiman’s offer to recuse himself from season three of Good Omens should not be taken as an admission of guilt regarding the assault allegations centering Gaiman.
Although we do not have the specifics of what transpired between Gaiman and Amazon, the latest reports appear to conclude these discussions and confirm what will become of Good Omens season three. Variety shared that Neil Gaiman would no longer be involved in the production of season three of Good Omens. However, the series’ final season did not escape unscathed. While ultimately not canceled, it is much mitigated. The publication shares that Prime Video confirmed season three of Good Omens will consist of only one 90-minute episode. Production is expected to resume in early 2025 in Scotland.
It seems that while Gaiman did contribute to the writing of the final season, he will not be working further on production of the series and is not listed as an executive producer on the final Good Omens episode.
Presently, at least five women have accused Gaiman of sexual assault. Gaiman has denied the allegations against him. An investigation is currently underway by authorities in New Zealand. In addition to this Good Omens pause, Disney’s adaptation of Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book has also been put on hold. And Netflix recently canceled Dead Boy Detectives. IndieWire reports “multiple factors went into the decision” about The Graveyard Book. Nothing regarding Gaiman was cited in the Dead Boy Detectives cancellation news.
Good Omens was gearing up to begin production on season three when Amazon first paused work on the project. Fans of the show undoubtedly hope the series will now proceed in the best possible way.
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Originally published on September 10, 2024.
