In 2019, DC fans were stunned when it was announced that "Swamp Thing" was canceled only five days after the first episode debuted. The series premiered on DC's streaming service, DC Universe, which has since evolved into DC Universe Infinite, and had earned predominantly positive reviews at the time of cancelation.

Why was Swamp Thing Cancelled?

The show's episode run was first reduced from 13 episodes to 10 in April 2019, then in June of that year, the show was canceled, just five days after the first episode of the show aired. The show was thought to be canceled as part of the winding down of original scripted TV shows at DC Universe.

Is CW Bringing Back Swamp Thing?

One of those options for The CW was “Swamp Thing." Its producer, Warner Bros. TV, also produces the network's interconnected DC slate of superhero shows known as the “Arrowverse.” ... A spokesperson for The CW confirmed this week there are no plans for a second season – “at least at this point,” they wrote in an email.