Max Axes 'Tokyo Vice' After Two Seasons
The crime drama series "Tokyo Vice" has been cancelled by Max Entertainment after two seasons. The announcement was made during a Produced By panel at Fox Studios. Created by J.T. Rogers and directed by Alan Poul, the show premiered in 2022 and starred Ansel Elgort and Ken Watanabe. Based on journalist Jake Adelstein's memoir, the series delved into the underworld of modern-day Tokyo. Despite the show's critical acclaim for its richly written material and strong performances, Max decided not to renew it for a third season.
Rogers and Poul expressed their gratitude to Max for supporting the series, acknowledging the creative freedom they were given, including an expanded second season. They also hinted at the possibility of revisiting the show in the future. The decision to end the series after two seasons was framed as a way to provide a clear storytelling arc, allowing the writers to conclude the narrative as envisioned. Max praised the show for its composed shots and lived-in performances, noting the significant production efforts in Japan. Both seasons of "Tokyo Vice" remain available for streaming on Max.
