The BBC have confirmed the speculation that space drama
Outcasts, which concluded its first series last night, won't be back for a second series. The show's publicity department told
CultBox this morning: "I'm afraid there won't be another series of
Outcasts."
Created by former
Spooks writer
Ben Richards, the show's cast included Hermione Norris (
Spooks), Daniel Mays (
Ashes To Ashes), Eric Mabius (
Resident Evil) and Amy Manson (
Being Human). The series launched in a primetime slot in February, but was
moved to a late-night Sunday slot following
disappointing ratings.
Earlier this month, the lead writers of
Spooks revealed that they believe
Outcasts should have been given more of a chance by BBC One. Sam Vincent and Jonathan Brackley
told CultBox: "Ben [Richards] is hugely talented (a crucial part of
Spooks’ success, of course) and if you’re watching
Outcasts, you know it’s getting better all the time. New, ambitious, original shows need support and patience."
