Netflix Shocks Fans by Canceling Completed Movie Starring Peyton List!

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2023 proved to be a challenging year for the film industry, marked by labor disputes, as well as the disheartening practice of studios and streaming platforms holding back or selling completed projects. This move left fans disappointed and the creative minds behind these titles disillusioned. The decision to shelve “Batgirl” in 2022 and “Coyote vs. Acme” in 2023, among others, made headlines due to their potential. While Netflix is known for canceling TV shows with dedicated fan bases, it’s uncommon for them to abandon fully produced titles, making the cancellation of “The Inheritance” and “House/Wife” all the more surprising and demoralizing. However, a year later, “The Inheritance” found a new home on Hulu.

[Hulu’s Synopsis]
In this gripping tale, a young woman returns to her ancestral home to uncover dark family secrets. The film stars Peyton List, Robert Gunton, Briana Middleton, Rachel Nichols, Austin Stowell, and David Walton, under the direction of Alejandro Brugués.

As his 75th birthday approaches, self-made tycoon Charles Abernathy feels a chilling apprehension and decides it’s time to reconcile with his distant children. In a desperate bid for survival, he summons them home, suspecting that an unknown threat may strike tonight. He positions each of them strategically, hoping they will assist in keeping him alive.

What Critics & Audiences Said About Netflix’s Canceled ‘Inheritance’

Despite the 36% rating on Rotten Tomatoes suggesting a general dislike for the movie The Inheritance, most reviews were only slightly below average. Many critics gave it “C” or “2.5 out of 5” ratings, such as Screenrant. However, Peyton List was frequently praised as one of the film’s strongest aspects. Joe Lipsett from Bloody Disgusting wrote that she shines in The Inheritance, delivering the funniest lines and avoiding turning her character Kami into a typical cliché. Furthermore, she has an impressive standout scene – an attack sequence filmed entirely underwater.

Like most other critics, though, Lipsett couldn’t go so far as to recommend the film, writing:

In essence, The Inheritance carries an underwhelming ‘almost there’ atmosphere all through. While some aspects of the movie are effective, others fall short, giving off a sense of imitation from more impressive horror films. Despite its brief runtime of 84 minutes and engaging performances as well as exciting scenes, The Inheritance lacks the depth to be strongly recommended. For those who are intrigued by horror movies, it’s worth checking out, but The Inheritance is not a must-watch.

As a movie enthusiast, I must express my disappointment with “The Inheritance.” Contrary to some positive reviews, the audience response has been quite lackluster, with only 32% approval. It seems Netflix made a shrewd move by offloading this film, yet it’s worth noting that some of their most successful productions have faced harsh criticism (like “The Electric State”). If you’re curious and want to form your own opinion, you can catch the movie on Hulu via the link provided below.

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2025-03-27 22:02