Shows such as Stranger Things and Yellowjackets have become bloated. I’m all for the one-and-done series | Priya Elan

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TV Shows Like Stranger Things Have Become Bloated: Why 'One-and-Done' Series Are the Way Forward.

For many viewers, the start of a TV show's second season can be an exciting prospect. The finale has ended, and fans are eager to find out what happens next. But what if the first season was perfect just as it is? What if there's no need for more? This sentiment is increasingly resonating with audiences.

Take Yellowjackets, a horror-mystery series that aired its 10 episodes in season one. Fans praised the show's creative premise and strong performances from its cast members. Yet, instead of ending on a high note, the showrunners decided to extend the story for an additional two seasons. The latest announcement that season four will be the final installment has left some fans feeling relieved.

Yellowjackets is not alone in this phenomenon. Shows like Emily in Paris, House of the Dragon, and Squid Game have fallen into the trap of relying on artificial intelligence to replace their human writers. The result is a lack of cohesion and character development that's disappointing to viewers who invested time and emotions in the story.

One of the main reasons these shows have become bloated is due to overcomplication. Instead of focusing on the core characters, they introduce new ones that serve no purpose other than to pad out the narrative. It's frustrating for fans who want to see their favorite show evolve organically, rather than having it hijacked by convenient plot devices.

The problem is not unique to TV shows. In music and film, some creators feel the need to extend their work beyond its natural conclusion. This can lead to diminishing returns, as seen with some limited series that continue for seasons more due to commercial pressure than artistic merit.

There's a growing trend towards "one-and-done" series, where creators know when to stop telling a story. From Sharp Objects to Adolescence, TV shows have successfully wrapped up their narrative threads without resorting to artificial extensions. By recognizing when a show has reached its endpoint, creators can preserve the emotional impact of their work and avoid overstretching it.

For fans like me, who've invested deeply in their favorite shows, this means experiencing a more satisfying conclusion. Shows like My So-Called Life, which aired only one season but had a lasting impact on viewers, are the perfect example. Its abrupt end was heart-wrenching, yet authentic to the narrative's emotional tone.

By taking a page from these successful creators, TV producers can reconnect with their audience and deliver more meaningful storytelling experiences. It's time for shows like Yellowjackets and its fellow bloated series to take note: sometimes less is more.
 
the problem with modern tv isn't just about showing too much or not enough but it's about the expectation vs reality thing, you know when we watch a show and we're invested so hard that our minds start playing out all these "what ifs" but sometimes that's not what the creators intended and it feels like they're taking advantage of our love for the story 🤔

and yeah overcomplication is a huge issue in many shows, i mean who needs 20 new characters just to advance the plot? it feels so forced and unnatural, it's like they're trying too hard to fill space instead of letting the narrative breathe

and you bring up a great point about "one-and-done" series, it's almost like some creators have lost touch with why we watch their shows in the first place, to be entertained not just to see how many seasons can be stretched out
 
I totally feel u on this 🤯... I mean, who wants 2 watch another season of a show that's already perfect? 😂 it's like, yes the ending was great but can't they just leave it as is? and I'm so sick of shows introducing new characters just 4 no reason, it's like they're trying 2 fill up space instead of focusing on the main storylines. 🤦‍♀️ and yeah, music & film r not exempt from this either... it's all about preserving the emotional impact of a story & giving viewers what they deserve. 👏
 
i feel me too about those tv shows that just get dragged out 🤯. i mean who needs 10 seasons of a show when the first season was already perfect? 😒 it's all about overcomplicating things and introducing random characters just to fill up space. newsflash: fans can tell when you're just trying to milk it for more $$ 💸.

i love how some shows are taking a cue from those "one-and-done" series that actually know when to quit 🎉. shows like sharp objects or adolescence showed us what's possible when creators don't get caught up in trying to fit every loose end into 10 episodes. sometimes less really is more 💖.

it's all about finding that sweet spot where the story feels complete, not just because of a ratings-driven plot twist 📊. and honestly, i'm so done with shows that disrespect their own narrative by extending them unnecessarily 😤. bring back the satisfying conclusions, tv! 👏
 
omg u guys i'm so over these tv shows that just wont leave us alone 🤯 they're like yellowjackets all over again, where did season 4 even come from? 😒 and don't even get me started on those new characters they just introduce out of thin air, it's like the writers have no idea how to wrap up a story properly. i mean what's the point of having 10 seasons if u can't even tie everything together? 🤔 in my opinion shows should be more like sharp objects or adolescence, where they know exactly when to stop and let you move on with ur life. less is more, u feel me? 💡
 
im so tired of those tv shows that just drag on forever i mean what even is the point of watching another season if it was good in the first place? 🤯 just give me a satisfying conclusion already! i think its time for creators to learn from shows like my so called life and sharp objects where they knew when to stop and let the story end. not because its too short but because they respected their audience's time and emotions. sometimes less really is more 💕
 
I think we're witnessing a paradigm shift in the way TV shows are structured 📺. The proliferation of 'one-and-done' series is a welcome trend, as it acknowledges that some stories can be effectively contained within a single narrative arc. Shows like Sharp Objects and Adolescence have already shown us that it's possible to craft compelling stories without relying on artificially extended seasons.

On the other hand, I'm not surprised to see shows like Yellowjackets struggle with overcomplication and the need for convenient plot devices 🤯. It's a common pitfall in storytelling, where writers get caught up in trying to keep up with the demands of their own show rather than trusting in its core narrative.

The issue is more nuanced than just 'less is more', though. It's about recognizing when a story has reached its natural endpoint and being willing to let it go 🌅. That takes courage, as well as a deep understanding of the audience and what they're looking for in a viewing experience.
 
🤔 I feel so meh about these super long seasons now 🙄 like when Stranger Things started getting all dramatic and new characters just appeared out of nowhere 🎬 it was like the creators lost focus on what made the show great in the first place? 📺 My So-Called Life is still one of my fave shows ever - it ended after just one season and it's still so impactful to this day 💔 we didn't need more, just a satisfying conclusion. Less is indeed more, let's go back to some good ol' fashioned storytelling where less words are needed 📝
 
I'm so over these super long seasons 🙄📺. I mean, what's wrong with just one solid season of a show? It feels like they're trying to milk it for as much money as possible and honestly, it gets old. Take Yellowjackets, I loved the first 10 episodes but then it just felt like they were repeating the same plot over and over... no need to drag it out into more seasons 🕰️👎. It's not like they can't come up with more stories for the characters - sometimes less is actually more and you can really develop a story without feeling like you're rushing through it 💡.
 
I think this is so true 😒, I mean don't get me wrong, some of these shows are still super good but they just keep going on forever and it gets old. And yeah, the new trend of "one-and-done" series is really refreshing to see 🙌, like My So-Called Life or Sharp Objects, those were perfect in 1 season. It's like the creators knew when to stop and didn't overthink it. I'm glad some shows are finally listening to their fans and ending on a high note 👏
 
🤔 i feel like this is so true tho... like yellowjackets was already 10 eps and it was perfect just the way it was... no need for more 🙅‍♀️ but then they gotta keep milking it with more seasons and now fans are all like "ok, finally it's over" 😒 i love shows like sharp objects that just know when to stop tho... it's so satisfying when u get a real ending 💡 my favorite show ever is still my so-called life btw... it only had one season but it was like they bottled up all their emotions and released them in that last ep 🤯
 
the whole point of watching a show is to be fully invested in the story, not just to keep tuning in out of habit 🤔. i mean, if a show's first season is perfection, why fix what ain't broke? let the creators know when to stop and just wrap it up nicely 🔗. it's like that one song you love so much, but the artist decides to release a bunch of B-sides that don't live up to the original standard 🎵. sometimes, less is definitely more 💡
 
🤔 I'm so down with the "one-and-done" approach now that I've realized how bloated those extra seasons can get 🙄. Shows like Stranger Things used to be my fave, but after season 2, it just became a chore to watch. The new characters and plot twists were fun at first, but they eventually felt like a waste of time 🕰️. I love how shows like Sharp Objects wrapped up their storylines so neatly - it's not always easy for me to say goodbye 😢. More creators should take note that sometimes, less is indeed more 💡
 
OMG, I'm so done with shows that are just trying to milk us for more $$$ 🤑! Like, come on, if the first season was perfect, why fix it? It's all about overcomplicating things and introducing new characters just to pad out the story... Talk about a plot twist 😒. And don't even get me started on AI writers - can't we just have some human creativity for once? 🤖. I mean, shows like My So-Called Life were only one season, but they had such an impact, it's crazy! If only more creators could learn from them... sometimes less really is more 😊. Can you imagine if all the bloated series took a cue from this? Less bloating, more bang for our buck 💸.
 
🤔 i feel me too 🙌 some shows are just perfect as is u know? don't need 10 more episodes. it's like, they're trying too hard 2 please everyone 😒 and in the end, it just gets dragged out 🚮 instead of leaving u with a real satisfying conclusion 👏 like my so-called life or sharp objects... those shows r perfect just the way they are 💯
 
I'm so over these new seasons just because the creators think they need to keep the money flowing 🤑. Newsflash, it's not about prolonging a good thing, it's about knowing when to stop and preserve the magic of your show. I mean, take My So-Called Life, that one season is perfection, no extra sauce needed. And let's be real, with shows like Yellowjackets and Emily in Paris, more seasons just means less coherence and character development 🤷‍♀️. It's all about catering to the algorithm and not the audience anymore. Can we get back to creators who actually care about telling a meaningful story? 💔
 
I'm getting so frustrated when I see a show that was already perfect just the way it was, and they decide to keep dragging it out 🙄. Take Yellowjackets, for example - fans loved the first season, but now we're stuck with two more seasons because the creators felt like they needed to milk it for all it's worth 💸. It's like, why fix what ain't broke? 😂 And don't even get me started on shows that rely on artificial intelligence to write their next few episodes - it's just lazy and doesn't do justice to the characters or storylines at all 🤖.

I think the real problem is overcomplication. When shows try to introduce new characters and plotlines that have no bearing on the main story, it feels like they're just padding out the narrative to make it seem like there's more going on 💨. And let's be real, it can be super frustrating when you've invested your time and emotions into a show, only to see them introduce new characters who do nothing but take up space 📺.

I'm loving the trend of "one-and-done" series, though - where creators know exactly when to wrap things up and give the audience a satisfying conclusion 💯. Shows like Sharp Objects and Adolescence are perfect examples of how it's done right - they knew when to stop telling their story and avoided overstretching it 📚.

For me, there's nothing more satisfying than watching a show that knows exactly what it wants to say and says it without need for filler episodes 🎬. And I think if more creators took note of this approach, we'd see some amazing storytelling experiences in the future 💫.
 
OMG u guys I'm so down for this 🙌 "one-and-done" series are literally the future of TV! Like, I loved how Sharp Objects just ended after one season it was perfect just like that 😍 and My So-Called Life was like whoa what a powerful finale 💔. Shows need to learn from these creators and not overcomplicate their stories with unnecessary characters or plot twists. It's like, don't fix what ain't broke, right? 🤷‍♀️ and can we please just get rid of those AI writers already?! 😒 they're ruining shows for us!
 
🤔 I mean, come on... if a show is perfect just the way it is, why overcomplicate things? 10 episodes of Yellowjackets was a solid season, no need for more. Fans are tired of new characters that add nothing to the story and plot twists that feel forced. I get that creators want to keep their audience engaged, but sometimes you gotta know when to stop, right? 🙄
 
I mean, have you guys noticed how some TV shows just get dragged out longer than they need to? 🤯 Like, what if the first season was perfect and there's no need for a second one? It's like they're trying to pad out the narrative with new characters that don't even matter. I'm so over it! 💔

And it's not just TV shows, either. Music and movies can be all about creating something special and then leaving it at that. But now we've got these "one-and-done" series that know when to stop telling a story. It's actually kinda refreshing to see creators take a risk and go for a more authentic ending.

I'm loving the trend of shows like My So-Called Life, which only had one season but left such an impact on viewers. Their abrupt end was sad, but it felt real. That's what I want from my TV shows - not some artificial extension that's just trying to milk me for more money or ratings. 😐
 
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