Jensen Ackles Reacts to ‘Countdown’ Cancellation: Industry Ups and Downs Leave Him Disappointed

Jensen Ackles has expressed his disappointment over the cancellation of the crime thriller series, Countdown, by Amazon’s Prime Video. The show premiered in June and concluded its 13-episode first season in September.

Details About Countdown

Countdown followed the story of LAPD officer Mark Meachum, portrayed by Ackles. The narrative centers on Meachum joining a covert task force that investigates a suspicious murder. Throughout the series, the team unravels a malevolent plot that threatens the city.

Cancellation Announcement

On a recent Friday, Prime Video announced that Countdown would not see a second season. This decision came despite the show briefly appearing on Nielsen’s top 10 U.S. streaming charts during the summer.

Jensen Ackles’ Reaction

Ackles took to Instagram to share his feelings about the cancellation. He expressed his disappointment, stating, “It’s a bummer because I had such an amazing time making that show. Had an absolute blast with the cast and the crew.”

Acknowledgments

The actor conveyed gratitude towards the show’s creator, Derek Haas, and the team of writers. He acknowledged Amazon for providing the opportunity to create the series. Ackles recognized the unpredictable nature of the industry, saying, “Sometimes you can set out to do your best… ultimately it’s out of your hands.”

Cast of Countdown

In addition to Jensen Ackles, the show featured a talented cast, including:

• Jessica Camacho
• Eric Dane
• Violett Beane
• Elliot Knight
• Uli Latukefu
• Rachel Armstrong
• Bogdan Yasinski

As he wrapped up his reflections, Ackles concluded, “That’s the end for Mark Meachum… But I’m thankful for the experience.” He remained hopeful for future projects, mentioning, “We’ll see you down the road on something else, I guess.”