#SaveShadowhunters: Here’s how a People’s Choice vote might do just that!
We’re still angry about Shadowhunters. It’s hard to watch the second, and far more successful, attempt to adapt Cassandra Clare’s magical series of books get cut short after three seasons. The show delivered thrilling action, intricate mysteries, and passionate romances that earned it awards and nominations, yet Freeform still pulled the plug.
The series wrapped with a two-hour finale on May 6, 2019. That left fans comparing its fate to shows like Brooklyn Nine-Nine and The Expanse, which found new homes after cancellation. Shadowhunters received only a marginally extended send-off instead.
The series consistently broke stereotypes and centered some of the strongest LGBTQI representation on television at the time. Its narrative kept viewers engaged through twists and character development that felt rare on network fantasy programming.
We’re still looking for ways to contribute to the growing #SaveShadowhunters campaign; you can show your support by voting for Shadowhunters in this year’s People’s Choice Awards. Voting opens on September 24th, and we’re here to give you a rundown of all the awards for which Shadowhunters could be eligible. With your help, the show could sweep the ceremony and force Freeform to reconsider its cancellation.
Axing shows is based on ratings, not reviews, and while the show was a consistent performer for the channel, Freeform neglected to consider the significant number of fans watching on streaming platforms like Netflix. With fans’ valuable contributions, a PCA nod could convince Netflix – who hold the international broadcast rights for the show – to save Shadowhunters from TV hell.
Get your votes in before October 19th.
The Show of 2018
Shadowhunters won the E! People’s Choice Award for The Show of 2018 at the 44th People’s Choice Awards. The win capped a year of fan mobilization and gave the cast and crew a public platform to thank supporters who had pushed the series into the spotlight.
Legacy and Fan Impact
The #SaveShadowhunters campaign trended globally after the cancellation announcement. Fans organized petitions, social media drives, and coordinated voting pushes that turned the series into a case study in audience mobilization. The effort produced the People’s Choice win but did not change the renewal decision.
Streaming Availability Changes
All three seasons left Netflix globally on January 1, 2026. The series had reached international audiences through Netflix licensing deals during its original run and in the years after cancellation. Fans now track secondary platforms and physical releases for continued access.
Book Universe Continuation
Cassandra Clare’s Shadowhunter Chronicles keep the source material active. The short-story collection Better in Black arrived in December 2025. The Last King of Faerie, the first book in the Wicked Powers trilogy, is scheduled for Fall 2026. Many readers who discovered the world through the series continue following new installments.
Revival Prospects in 2026
Ownership complexities involving Constantin Film remain the primary barrier cited by cast members and industry reports. Fan posts in 2026 continue to call for a return, yet no official development has surfaced. Discussions focus on rights logistics rather than creative appetite.
The People’s Choice recognition and the sustained book releases show how the series maintained a presence beyond its original broadcast window. Viewers still revisit episodes for the character dynamics and the world-building that defined the adaptation.
