Apple TV Cancels ‘The Last Frontier’ After Just One Season
Apple TV has announced the cancellation of its thriller series The Last Frontier after just one season. The show first aired on October 10 and concluded with its finale on December 5. It starred Jason Clarke as Frank Remnick, the solitary U.S. marshal responsible for the remote regions of Alaska.
Synopsis of The Last Frontier
The Last Frontier revolved around Frank Remnick, whose world turns chaotic following a prison transport plane crash in Alaska. The incident releases numerous violent inmates, compelling Remnick to safeguard the town he is committed to protecting. As he investigates, he suspects that the crash was orchestrated as part of a larger, malicious plan.
Cast and Creative Team
- Main Cast:
- Jason Clarke
- Dominic Cooper
- Haley Bennett
- Simone Kessell
- Dallas Goldtooth
- Tait Blum
- Alfre Woodard
- Creative Team:
- Creators: Jon Bokenkamp, Richard D’Ovidio
- Executive Producers: Jason Clarke, Laura Benson, Glenn Kessler, Albert Kim, Sam Hargrave
Reception and Reviews
The series received mixed reviews. It garnered a score of 46% on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics pointed out its initial promise but noted that it became bogged down in a convoluted plot. A review from Variety remarked on the first episode’s engaging concept, but felt that the show faltered as it progressed, losing the excitement of its early premise.
Future Prospects
Despite its cancellation, Bokenkamp and D’Ovidio hinted at exploration of new storylines during an interview after the season’s finale. They considered changing the show’s setting for a potential second season, discussing locations such as a beach. The creators believe the U.S. Marshals’ operations extend globally, suggesting that new conflicts could arise beyond Alaska.
