13 Reasons Why has courted controversy since its inception—literally, the book it was adapted from has been in multiple school districts—but, of course, that didn’t stop cast and creators from rolling out an additional three seasons. (Each of which drew their own fair share of scandal.) Now, Netflix says it’s officially throwing in the towel, and the fifth season, which debuted on June 5, will be the last.
One might think all the criticism and might have brought about the show’s demise, but turns out the answer’s a little simpler.
Here’s what we know about any rumors of a season five—and why the showrunners are shutting that idea down.So, it’s pretty unlikely the end of 13 Reasons Why has anything to do with its controversy.