It seems that every scripted series that doesn't have Taylor Sheridan's name attached is getting the pink slip.

The latest series to get canceled is Joe Pickett, which recently wrapped its sophomore run on the service.

We get it: The streaming bubble has burst.

Amid the SAG-AFTRA strike and coming off the WGA strike, some controversial decisions have been made across the whole breadth of the business.

But this latest cancellation from Paramount+ hurts, mainly because the series didn't waste a single scene.

Paramount+ recently caught heat when it promoted the season finale as the series finale before walking the footage back.

These things happen.

It happened with Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin on Max, which went on to get renewed, so maybe it was a mistake.

But it doesn't get away from the fact that we're losing a gem of a series that delivered on many fronts.

On Joe Pickett Season 2, "Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett (Michael Dorman) discovers a hunter murdered in the mountains and realizes this is just one of a series of gruesome murders," the logline for the Paramount+ series teases.

"To solve the case and catch the killer, Joe must navigate a radical anti-hunting activist, a ghoulish set of twins living off the grid and his own tortured past.

"Joe and his wife, Marybeth (Julianna Guill), discover that the murdered men weren't as innocent as they seemed.

"But when they dig too deep, they are forced to go on the run and fight for their very lives."

The series came from acclaimed directors, showrunners, and executive producers John Erick Dowdle and Drew Dowdle (Waco, Waco: The Aftermath).

Doug Wick and Lucy Fisher served as executive producers for Red Wagon Entertainment.

C.J. Box, author of The New York Times #1 bestselling book series of the same name, also served as executive producer.

Joe Pickett started its life as a Spectrum Original in 2021, with the company ordering a second season.

However, Spectrum Originals were shut down, leading to Paramount+ stepping in to pick up the series.

Now, we won't know where the story goes next for Joe or the people in his orbit, which is a real shame.

While many cancellations of late have resulted in series being banished from streaming, Joe Pickett is expected to stay put on the platform for the foreseeable future.

Along with Michael Dorman, the cast of the show also included Julianna Guill, Skywalker Hughes, David Alan Grieer, Kamryn Pilva, Sharon Lawrence, Mustafa Speaks, Vivienne Guynn, Chad Rook, Aadila Dosani, Patrick Gallagher, and Robert Le Blanc.

Paramout+'s cancellation streak started earlier this year with the service scrapping Grease, The Game, and Star Trek: Prodigy.

Those three series were removed from streaming, while more recent cancellations, Fatal Attraction and Rabbit Hole, are expected to remain on the service.

One of the most shocking cancellations in recent memory was iCarly, which got scrapped after three seasons, leaving fans on an almighty cliffhanger.

School Spirits landed a renewal earlier this summer and is set to stream its freshman season on Netflix in the U.S., which is likely a tactic to increase the show's visibility when it returns.

Still on the bubble is YA drama Wolf Pack, which comes from Teen Wolf creator Jeff Davis.

What are your thoughts on the cancellation?

Do you feel like most shows without being attached to the Yellowstone universe are getting canceled?

Do you think Joe Pickett deserved a third season?

Hit the comments below.

Stream the first two seasons on Paramount+.

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Joe Pickett Season 2 has found them relatively safe overall, but the real surprise came when Marybeth’s investigation rammed into Joe’s.

Once again, the family isn’t safe, and in this exclusive clip, it looks like things are going to get next-level desperate.

The official longline for the episode says that, in a desperate bid to set things right, Marybeth makes a decision that will change her life forever.

During Joe Pickett Season 2 Episode 8, Marybeth made a discovery that changed everything regardless of any decision she would make — Sheriff Barnum is a nuisance and a criminal.

Barnum had just made a decision to most likely off Shannon while taking her to jail.

At first, she thought he wanted her to make a run for it, and she’d be free as long as she never spoke of this again and stayed out of sight.

The conversation took a weird turn on the way to jail, and just as Shannon realized she might not get out of this alive, Marybeth stopped them in the road and at gunpoint, demanded the prisoner.

Really, Marybeth was downright badass, but she was pointing that gun at the sheriff. There was no way that would slide.

They escaped, and the clip shows Joe Pickett arriving on the scene, angry as hell that a shoot-to-kill order has been issued for his wife.

Deputy Dumbledore, err, McLanahan thought he’d make short work of the angry husband, but Joe’s flying on adrenaline.

Take a look at the clip:

Joe’s been in a bad place all season, and when he heads into the woods after Marybeth, he’s going to come face-to-face with trauma that has been eating him up inside.

This is one penultimate episode that ratchets up the tension and threatens never to let go.

In case you missed our interview with Michael Dorman and Julianna Guill, click that link, or keep scrolling for the full story!

Don’t forget to watch Joe Pickett on Sunday on Paramount+. The next two episodes are quite the one-two punch!

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We delved into their characters' intricate emotional journeys in Joe Pickett Season 2, as well as the challenges they face in reconnecting as a couple and finding solace amidst the chaos.

From the exploration of grief and trauma to the complexities of family dynamics, the conversation sheds light on the depth and authenticity that Guill and Dorman bring to the screen through their characters.

Our conversation with Guill and Dorman offered a glimpse into the complexities and emotional depth of their characters, Marybeth and Joe, in Joe Pickett Season 2.

From the exploration of grief and trauma to the challenges of reconnecting, the actors clearly understand their characters, bringing authenticity and nuance to their roles.

Marybeth and Joe Pickett's Grief Journey

Marybeth and Joe still grapple with the early stages of their grief journey in season two. Guill notes that while Marybeth has undergone physical healing from her wounds, the emotional toll and the responsibilities of motherhood have weighed heavily on her.

"I think we find them in a place where she's reached a breaking point of feeling alone in the recovery process. Even though Joe is physically there and he loves her, and she knows that, and that's certainly not in question, the experience hasn't been explored between them. They haven't opened the box up because it's really intimidating."

Marybeth longs for Joe's support and a deeper connection to explore their shared experience. "She lets him know that there's something between them, and she can't break through.

"So I feel that she's very frustrated and very sad, and she knows that the grief of losing a child is not something that will ever leave them," Guill says. "She knows they will carry this grief, and it will become many things in their lives, but it's with them for the duration."

Dorman says that Joe unintentionally tries to protect Marybeth by sweeping the events under the carpet, unaware of the growing divide between them.

He says, "When you're talking about trauma, I imagine the seed is planted in the event, but it doesn't actually start to grow until the coming years, and sometimes it keeps growing, and people never address this emotion that's turbulent inside them."

"There's an element of him feeling like he's a man and to be a strong man," Dorman says, making Joe entirely unaware of how his silence is exacerbating things."

Guill says that, ultimately, the story is about what it will take for the couple to reconnect while the town throws even more at them.

The Corrupt Town and a Deeper Investigation

As the story unfolds, the couple realizes their seemingly idyllic town is riddled with corruption. Marybeth is pivotal this season with her in-depth investigation into their neighbors, driven by her grief and trauma.

Initially, her judgment is clouded, but she eventually gains a new perspective and becomes motivated by the desire to help others.

"Marybeth's definitely doing the quintessential, throw yourself head first into work or do something else, put your blinders on a little bit, to drive toward the goal of healing," Guill says.

"And then she has to take some steps back and realize that that's not how this happens, and you cannot flip a switch, and you cannot just fix someone else's life to fix your own."

Marybeth's investigation leads her to cross paths with Joe, and their paths converge, revealing the depth of the town's corruption.

Joe's Slow Road to Confronting His Trauma

Joe begins the season walking headfirst into an untenable position, which finds him at the mercy of two survivalists, wounded and losing his horse. It's a lot, and Dorman emphasizes Joe's struggle to address his emotional wounds and focus on protecting those he loves.

"He's not very good at addressing [that], and he hasn't figured out a dialogue for it," Dorman says.

"This season, it's more about him. He's still following his truths in terms of him being a human and how he sees the world. And again, that is putting him in positions where he's confronted with violence and danger. So it's less about the anger and more about him just being who he is."

However, witnessing his children's perception of the world changes him.

"Their most sacred and precious part in that family unit is their innocence, and when you see your child cross from innocence," Dorman says, "you see them perceive the world in a very different way. Sometimes, the magic isn't as bright."

This realization becomes the catalyst for Joe to confront his trauma. He addresses it indirectly by seeking therapy for his children, inadvertently allowing himself to explore his inner turmoil.

Dorman gets a kick out of Joe sitting in a child's chair, addressing his troubles. "I just love that sort of thing because there's so much truth there, but then it's hysterical. Dark humor's always interested me."

The Depth of the Characters and Bringing Them to Life

Guill and Dorman are both profoundly grateful for the complexities of their characters and the juicy material they, as actors, bring to life on screen.

Guill has a deep connection to Marybeth. "It's just a dream. It's the role of a lifetime. I've never felt closer or more connected to material or a character. It is the most fulfilled and satisfied I've ever been on a job. And I would do it forever."

Dorman enjoys the characters' exploration and feels lucky to be creating a working family in Canada, where Joe Pickett is filmed, and Joe offers a departure from his previous roles. "I've always explored those mental elements in the characters, and there's always been a fracture element to the characters I play.

"This one's a little different in the sense that I feel like I'm exploring more of a physicality with Joe."

Dorman points out that he is not a horseman, while Joe is, and laughs that, playing against his allergy to animals, he finds the unpredictability of working with them exciting and sometimes humorous.

On Working with Children and Their Impact on the Production

Both actors enthusiastically praise the young actors on set, describing them as magical and a constant source of joy. "They embody the joie de vivre that you sometimes lose in your 16th hour of work," Guill says, noting that they "literally turn into pumpkins on our call sheet at a certain hour" and missing them when they're gone.

Their infectious energy and eagerness to learn keeps the entire cast and crew smiling, particularly Guill, as one of the actors refers to her as 'mom,' even with her mother on set.

Dorman says, "It's so dear, and it's so beautiful. Julianna's right. They still have the magic. They're kids. Life's beautiful, and it's wonderful, and it's contagious."

The Wild Ride to the Joe Pickett Season 2 Finale

With only two episodes left before the finale, Guill and Dorman tease an explosive and crazy turn of events, which is to be expected in Joe Pickett's universe. They assure viewers that the unexpected twists will leave them on the edge of their seats. "It's about to explode," Dorman says.

Unlike the Season 1 finale, which was low and tragic, this finale promises to be uplifting and dramatically intense. "The final bang of this season is a seriously beautifully positive note, and it's really uplifting even in its insanity and drama," Guill says.

The season finale showcases a symphony of characters, each playing their part in the thrilling climax as the roller coaster of a season reaches its dramatic conclusion.

Future Seasons and Exploration of Family Dynamics

You never know what comes next in this industry, but both Guill and Dorman are on board should another season be greenlit. They hope the focus will shift just a little toward exploring the family, as it's in the midst of change.

Guill is interested in exploring new challenges the family faces. "I want to see what is going on with our family and our newly adopted daughter and how that pans out as we navigate that landscape of the family dynamics, for sure. And then, of course, seeing what Joe and Marybeth get into is always exciting."

Dorman reminds us that there is always something else right around the corner with the Picketts, and nobody knows what is heading their way. "But to see these two come back to the union that they experience would be great.

"I look at it like the tension and release. If we bring them back together, maybe we can explore the separation of what that does. But for now, I think the union should be strong."

As the season approaches its thrilling finale, viewers can expect a rollercoaster ride of unexpected twists with a sense of lightness on the horizon, hopefully promising a little peace for the Pickett family.

With three episodes to go, there is still much to look forward to with the season's mystery. Will you be watching?

New episodes of Joe Pickett drop Sundays only on Paramount+.

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