Why Naomi Watts’ Gypsy Was Abruptly Canceled After Shocking Cliffhanger

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Naomi Watts, who earned $275,000 per episode of the American psychological thriller web television series Gypsy, was likely disappointed in August 2017 when Netflix canceled the series after one season.

Naomi Watts stars as psychologist Jean Holloway in Gypsy, an American psychological thriller web television seriesNaomi Watts stars as psychologist Jean Holloway in Gypsy, an American psychological thriller web television series

It was the quickest Netflix had ever canceled one of its original scripted dramas. While no official reason for the cancellation was given, Gypsy had a 31% top critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The Hollywood Reporter called the characters “forgettable” and the material “subpar” and “dull.”

“Basically, the show you probably want Gypsy to be by the third or fourth episode might end up being the second season, and there’s too much psychobabble to wade through to get there,” Daniel Fienberg wrote in his review.

Behind the Scenes: Naomi Watts immersed in her character while filming 'Gypsy' on the bustling streets of New York City, September 2016Behind the Scenes: Naomi Watts immersed in her character while filming ‘Gypsy’ on the bustling streets of New York City, September 2016 (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

The series’ final episode, “Black Barn,” ended on a cliffhanger with no resolution. Gypsy’s creator, Lisa Rubin, talked to EW in June 2017 about the direction season 2 might take.

In terms of a season 2, in general, it will become more of a thriller. The last few episodes of season 1 are more intense because our commitment was to it being a slow burn. Those first five episodes are about immersing yourself in Jean’s world…

I’m surprised at how many people are with Jean despite what she’s doing, which is part of what I wanted… it sets us up for a season 2. We’re fully in, a lot is happening. Obviously, there’s a lot more escalation. In those ways, it will potentially answer critics.

Naomi Watts at Altuzarra for Target Event

In September 2014, Naomi Watts attended the Altuzarra for Target launch event held during New York Fashion Week at Skylight Clarkson Square in New York City.

She was joined by Naomie Harris, Keri Russell, designer Joseph Altuzarra, and ‘Suits’ actress Sarah Rafferty.

Elegance Personified: Naomi Watts graces the Altuzarra for Target launch event during New York Fashion Week, stunning in a chic red wrap dressElegance Personified: Naomi Watts graces the Altuzarra for Target launch event during New York Fashion Week, stunning in a chic red wrap dress (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

The then 45-year-old British actress wore a red wrap dress from Altuzarra for Target with a scarf tied around her waist.

Naomi accessorized with Jennifer Fisher jewelry and completed the ensemble with black Christian Louboutin “Lagoula” leather sandals featuring T-straps, fishnet mesh side panels, and 120 mm heels.

Naomie Harris, Keri Russel, and Naomi Watts at the Altuzarra for Target launch event held during New York Fashion Week at Skylight Clarkson Square in New York City on September 4, 2014Naomie Harris, Keri Russel, and Naomi Watts at the Altuzarra for Target launch event held during New York Fashion Week at Skylight Clarkson Square in New York City on September 4, 2014 (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

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The ‘Lagoula’ sandals are from the Christian Louboutin Fall 2013 collection and have unfortunately sold out at Mytheresa and Nordstrom.

Jill Wagner with sexy red lips in a white dressJill Wagner with sexy red lips in a white dress (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

We’ve previously spotted them on Isla Fisher, Emily VanCamp, Cate Blanchett, and Emmy Rossum.

Actress Jill Wagner attends Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Winter 2018 TCA Press TourActress Jill Wagner attends the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies and Mysteries Winter 2018 TCA Press Tour at Tournament House on January 13, 2018, in Pasadena, California (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

In January 2018, actress Jill Wagner also wore them with a beautiful white dress.

Jill Wagner shows off her sexy feet in Christian Louboutin's “Lagoula” sandalsJill Wagner shows off her sexy feet in Christian Louboutin’s “Lagoula” sandals (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN / Adriana M. Barraza / Michael Carpenter)

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