- The final episode of HBO’s new series “The Idol” aired on Sunday, leaving its future uncertain.
- Since its June premiere, the show has been controversial, with critics labeling it “torture porn.”
- Despite the controversy, one star has revealed that HBO is considering a second season.
The season finale of “The Idol” aired on Sunday, leaving fans uncertain about the show’s future. The controversial series, cocreated by Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and “Euphoria” mastermind Sam Levinson, has been met with mixed reactions since its premiere in June.
“The Idol” follows the story of Jocelyn, a troubled pop star played by Lily-Rose Depp, who becomes involved with a cult leader named Tedros, portrayed by Tesfaye. The show explores themes of control, sexual abuse, and manipulation, leading to its classification as “torture porn” by critics. Behind-the-scenes drama and production issues have also plagued the series.
Despite the controversy, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, who plays Jocelyn’s manager Destiny, has expressed optimism about the show’s future. In an interview with Variety, she revealed that HBO is considering a second season, although no official decision has been made.
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The uncertain future of “The Idol” on HBO
Following confirmation from Tesfaye that the fifth episode would serve as the show’s finale, speculation arose regarding its cancellation. However, HBO has not officially announced the fate of “The Idol.” A representative declined to comment on the episode count discrepancy, suggesting that the revamped version of the series only required five episodes to tell its story.
HBO’s official tweet on June 15 refuted reports of a decision being made on the show’s future. The network remains tight-lipped about the reasons behind the shortened first season.
The cast’s support for “The Idol” despite criticism
Despite the controversy and negative reviews, the cast of “The Idol” stands by the show, its creators, and their vision. Da’Vine Joy Randolph defends the creative choices, stating that shows often undergo changes in direction. Lily-Rose Depp has also expressed support for the provocative nature of the series.
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Randolph and Depp’s belief in the show’s artistic vision and their support for the creators reflect their dedication to the project
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