ITV Cancels Controversial Sitcom 'Piglets' Following Ofcom Complaints
ITV’s ‘worst sitcom ever cancelled’ after being hit with Ofcom complaints

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ITV has cancelled the police comedy 'Piglets' after two seasons due to poor reception and significant complaints, particularly regarding its title, which was deemed offensive by the Police Federation. The show, which premiered in 2024, will not return for a third season.
- 01'Piglets' received a low score of 43% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- 02The title sparked outrage from the Police Federation, leading to 106 complaints to Ofcom.
- 03The show was created by the team behind the acclaimed series 'Green Wing'.
- 04ITV confirmed there are currently no plans for a third season.
- 05The show's second season failed to gain traction after a mixed reception for its debut.
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ITV has officially cancelled its police comedy 'Piglets' after two seasons, following significant backlash and criticism regarding its title. The show, which debuted in 2024 and was produced by the team behind 'Green Wing', focused on a group of new police recruits navigating their roles. Despite initial hopes for the series, the second season did not perform well, leading ITV to announce there are 'no plans' for a third season. The title 'Piglets' drew ire from the Police Federation, which labeled it as 'disgusting' and 'highly offensive', prompting 106 complaints to Ofcom. Tiffany Lynch, Acting National Chair of the Police Federation, expressed concerns that the title could incite further negativity towards police officers, who are already facing considerable pressure. ITV has stated that all episodes from the first two seasons are available for streaming on ITVX.
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The cancellation of 'Piglets' reflects the impact of public sentiment on media content, particularly regarding sensitive topics.
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