"Scream" season 3 is brimming with cancellation rumors after MTV announced a Halloween special instead of an air date for the next season. To top it off, the MTV drama series reportedly had low ratings, prompting the network to dismiss the series. The cancellation rumors pushed fans to file an online petition calling MTV to renew "Scream" for season 3.
'Scream' Season 3 Canceled?
GamenGuide previously hinted that MTV may not give the green light to "Scream" season 3, citing low ratings as the main reason. As of now, MTV hasn't announced any official renewal order for "Scream" season 3. However, they did announce a special Halloween episode that will answer most questions from the cliff-hanger episode finale last season. With the special episode intended to answer the burning questions from season 2, fans believe that the network will no longer order for a third season.
There were no further details revealed regarding "Scream" season 3 Halloween special per TV Line. The website said that it will be a two-hour Halloween special that will air in October. The official account of "Scream" teased fans of its Halloween special. Check it out below.
Fans Call For Network To Air 'Scream' Season 3
While there's no definite answer as to "Scream" season 3 being canceled or pushed through, fans are quite worried about their favorite MTV series. Although reports reveal flailing rating for the last season, the thriller-drama series has established a solid fan base willing to file an online petition to ask for a renewal. The petition filed at Change.org is calling for 5,000 signatures, however; this does not guarantee that MTV will push through with season 3.
On the other hand, some fans are speculating that "Scream" season 3 Halloween special may actually be a jump off point for the upcoming season. Fans are expecting that the Halloween special will answer the fate of "Scream" season 3. Do you think MTV will cancel the series? Sound off with your comments below.