Deadline reports that production on Good Omens season three, the third and final season of the show, has paused amid allegations of assault centering on creator Neil Gaiman. Gaiman, of course, is the executive producer, writer, and showrunner of Good Omens. And so, understandably, among multiple allegations of sexual assault, the series has paused its work for now. Deadline reports that “there are discussions about possible production changes.” However, Amazon has not made any official announcements at this time.
The latest reports now share that Neil Gaiman has offered to step aside from Good Omens season three so the production can continue. Deadline shares, “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.” However, the publication further notes 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.
At this time, reports suggest that Amazon is considering Gaiman’s offer but have come to no final decision. Neither Amazon nor Gaiman’s representatives have directly commented on the status of Good Omens season three.
Presently, four 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 paused work on the project. Fans of the show undoubtedly hope the series can proceed in the best possible way. And likely, further updates will come soon.
If you or someone you know is suffering from sexual abuse, contact the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.
Originally published on September 10, 2024.