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Netflix’s latest cancelations have instigated an armistice for V-Wars and a break-up for October Faction.

The two monster genre television shows, each one an adaptation of an Idw comic book title, have been officially canceled in one fell swoop by the streaming giant, according to THR. The move occurs shortly after Netflix issued a second season renewal for its other Idw adaptation, the formerly-beleaguered Locke & Key. It’s a move that was clearly made in light of a shifting industry schedule landscape ravaged by the coronavirus, leading to more focused priorities for the formerly spendthrift streamer.

V-Wars is arguably the more surprising of the two cancelations, seeing as the sci-fi/horror series—which operated under the purview of showrunners William Laurin and Glenn Davis—was seemingly designed to cater to a built-in fanbase, tapping Ian Somerhalder, former star of The CW’s longtime franchise-spawning hit, The Vampire Diaries, as...

Both “V-Wars” and “October Faction” have been canceled at Netflix after airing just one season apiece, Variety has confirmed.

The two shows are both produced by Idw Entertainment, which is also behind the Netflix series adaptation of “Locke & Key.” News of the twin cancellations comes just after Netflix announced a season 2 pick up for the third series.

In “V-Wars,” Dr. Luther Swann (Ian Somerhalder) enters a world of untold horror when a mysterious disease transforms his best friend, Michael Fayne (Adrian Holmes), into a murderous predator who feeds on other humans. As the disease spreads and more people are transformed, society fractures into opposing camps pitting normal people against the growing number of these “vampires.” The first season debuted on Dec. 9, 2019.

According to sources, Netflix and Somerhalder are in talks to collaborate on more projects in the future.

William Laurin and Glenn Davis served as showrunners on “V-Wars.” Brad Turner...

Netflix has canceled “V-Wars” and “October Faction” after airing only one season each.

“V-Wars” starred Ian Somerhalder as an infectious disease specialist investigating the origins of a new zombie-creating virus. The story is based on the books by Jonathan Maberry.

“October Faction” starred Tamara Taylor and J.C. MacKenzie as a pair of monster hunters. The story is based on the comics by Steve Niles and Damien Worm.

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A person with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap that Netflix and Somerhalder are in conversations about potential future projects to pursue.

However, it’s not too late to binge either of these Netflix shows in the coming weeks of isolation. “Lost” fans will remember that both appeared in the first season of the ABC drama series, with Somerhalder playing Boone Carlyle, brother to Shannon Rutherford, and Taylor playing Susan Lloyd,...

What would you do if you discovered your parents were monster hunters with secret identities? Seventeen-year-olds Geoff (Gabriel Darku) and Viv (Aurora Burghart) are about to find out. But you know what they say: the family that slays together, stays together.

Adapted from a comic series, Netflix’s 10-episode October Faction (which launched Thursday) stars Tamara Taylor (Bones) and J.C. MacKenzie (Vinyl) as Deloris and Fred, the Osaka, Japan-living parents of teenage twins Geoff and Viv. We open with a despondent Fred telling his wife that his dad died. Travel plans need arranging, the kids need to be picked up.

Set to debut on Netflix on January 23rd, October Faction from Idw Entertainment is based on the story of Steve Niles' comic series of the same name. Fred and Deloris's life together is turned upside down when Fred discovers that his now-deceased parents were monster hunters. Also in today's Horror Highilghts: a trailer and release details for both Extracurricular and The Hunt for Vlad Impaler as well as details on S.A. Hunt's Burn the Dark.

October Faction's Netflix Premiere Details: "Idw’s “October Faction” is a Men In Black meets “Riverdale” series where dark family secrets and simmering high school angst all collide against the struggle between monsters and humans.

Building on the success of Idw Publishing’s comic book series written by Steve Niles, “October Faction” follows Fred (J.C. MacKenzie)) and Deloris Allen (Tamara Taylor) who, after the death of Fred’s father, return to their hometown in...

Shadowhunters: The Mortal Instruments alumna Maxim Roy has booked a recurring role in October Faction, based on the Idw comics by Steve Niles.

Adapted and created by Damian Kindler, October Faction follows globetrotting monster hunters Fred and Deloris Allen, played by MacKenzie and Taylor respectively, who, after the death of Fred’s father, return to their hometown in upstate New York with their teenage children Geoff (Darku) and Viv (Burghart). As the family adjusts, Fred and Deloris must hide their identities as members of a secret organization, and our heroes quickly discover that their new small-town setting isn’t as idyllic as it seems.

Roy plays Alice Harlow, a powerful warlock and the last of her kind. Driven by a profound sense of loss, Alice sets out to destroy those responsible for the genocide against her people, but along the way she uncovers a long-held secret that...

In Friday’s roundup, NBC releases premiere dates for three series, and sci-fi series “October Faction” announces the main cast.

Dates

NBC has released premiere dates for three series, starting with “The Titan Games,” which will premiere Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Et/Pt, and will begin airing in its regularly scheduled 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. timeslot beginning Wednesday, Jan. 9. Hosted by Dwayne Johnson, the new series will offer everyday people the chance to enter the Titan Arena and compete in head-to-head athletic challenges. “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” is slated to premiere Monday, Jan. 7, at 8 p.m. The show will bring together some of the world’s best acts from international “Got Talent” franchises for an Olympics-style competition. Season 2 of “Ellen’s Game of Games” will premiere Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. and will start airing in its regularly scheduled 8-9 p.m. time slot on Tuesday,...

Bones alum Tamara Taylor and J.C. MacKenzie are set as leads in October Faction, based on the Idw comics by Steve Niles. Rounding out the cast are Aurora Burghart (Sex Education), Gabriel Darku, Wendy Crewson, Megan Follows and Stephen McHattie.

Adapted and created by Damian Kindler, October Faction follows globetrotting monster hunters Fred and Deloris Allen, played by MacKenzie and Taylor respectively, who, after the death of Fred’s father, return to their hometown in upstate New York with their teenage children Geoff (Darku) and Viv (Burghart). As the family adjusts, Fred and Deloris must hide their identities as members of a secret organization, and our heroes quickly discover that their new small-town setting isn’t as idyllic as it seems.

The 10-episode...

Bones alum Tamara Taylor and J.C. MacKenzie will head the cast of October Faction, a Netflix sci-fi series based on the comic of the same name.

Taylor and MacKenzie (Molly's Game, Madam Secretary) will play Deloris and Fred Allen, a married couple who also work together as monster hunters. When they return to their upstate New York hometown after the death of Fred's father, they have to keep their hunting activity a secret while discovering the town isn't as peaceful as it seems.

The cast also includes Aurora Burghart and Gabriel Darku as Viv and Geoff, the Allen ...

Michael Ahr Jan 8, 2020

The monster hunters of Idw Comics’ October Faction is coming soon to Netflix, and we've got the latest trailer and other news to share.

For those who enjoy monster-killing and secret societies, Netflix’s latest sci-fi comic book adaptation of Idw’s October Faction may be just the thing. The ten-episode first season of the series will introduce globetrotting monster hunters Fred and Deloris Allen who, after the death of Fred’s father, return to their hometown in upstate New York with their teenage children Geoff and Viv. As the family adjusts, Fred and Deloris must hide their identities as members of a secret organization, and our heroes quickly discover that their new small-town setting isn’t as idyllic as it seems.

Here's what we know about the show so far...

October Faction Release Date

October Faction picked a different month to debut than its title would appear to indicate; instead,...

Michael Ahr Oct 12, 2018

The monster hunters of Idw Comics’ October Faction will be adapted at Netflix for ten episodes, and we've got the latest cast news.

For those who enjoy monster-killing and secret societies, Netflix’s latest sci-fi comic book adaptation of Idw’s October Faction may be just the thing. The ten-episode first season of the series will introduce globetrotting monster hunters Fred and Deloris Allen who, after the death of Fred’s father, return to their hometown in upstate New York with their teenage children Geoff and Viv. As the family adjusts, Fred and Deloris must hide their identities as members of a secret organization, and our heroes quickly discover that their new small-town setting isn’t as idyllic as it seems.

The comic upon which October Faction is based comes from Idw and famed horror comics scribe Steve Niles, who will executive produce the adaptation. Niles’ original...