Bumper in Berlin’ Canceled by Peacock Amid Strikes
Bumper in Berlin’ Canceled by Peacock Amid Strikes
Peacock has reversed its decision and canceled the second season of Bumper in Berlin, the TV spinoff of Pitch Perfect. The cancellation comes as Hollywood grapples with strikes by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). This adds Bumper in Berlin to the list of shows, including The Peripheral and A League of Their Own, that have been affected by the work stoppage. However, negotiations between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have resumed, offering hope for a resolution.
Impact of Strikes on Bumper in Berlin
The cancellation of Bumper in Berlin’s second season is a direct result of the ongoing strikes in Hollywood. With the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) demanding fair deals, many shows have faced production delays and cancellations. Bumper in Berlin joins the list of casualties, highlighting the impact of the strikes on the entertainment industry. However, negotiations between the WGA and the AMPTP have resumed, raising hopes for a resolution and the end of the work stoppage.
About Bumper in Berlin
Bumper in Berlin is a TV spinoff of the popular movie franchise Pitch Perfect. Starring Adam Devine as Bumper Allen, the series follows his character’s journey to revive his music career in Germany. The show features a talented cast including Flula Borg, Sarah Hyland, Lera Abova, and Jameela Jamil. With Megan Amram as the showrunner and executive producers like Elizabeth Banks, Max Handelman, and Adam Devine, Bumper in Berlin had garnered attention as one of Peacock’s top comedy series. Unfortunately, the show’s second season has been canceled due to the ongoing strikes in Hollywood.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
