It looks like there won't be a happy ending for ABC's cancelled comedy. Despite vigorous efforts by Sony Pictures, "Happy Endings" was unable to secure a new network after being cancelled by ABC in May.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the studio has ended its search for a new network for the cancelled comedy as all options have run out. Sony had attempted to sell "Happy Endings" to several networks, but failed to secure one for the show's fourth season.
USA was in "serious talks" to save the half-hour comedy but decided against it after several weeks, THR reported.
"Happy Endings" premiered back in 2011 and quickly gained a cult status among both fans and critics, despite low ratings. While it saw a surge in ratings during its second season, it failed to keep up when it was moved to the Tuesday night slot for its third season.
ABC cancelled the comedy show in early May along with several other shows, including "Body of Proof," "Red Widow" and "Malibu Country." Before giving it the axe, the network had moved the comedy to the deadly Friday slot. According to THR, the show scored a 0.8 and 0.7 rating among adults 18 to 49 during its May 3 season finale.
The show, which was created by David Caspe, starred Eliza Coupe (Jane), Elisha Cuthbert (Alex), Zachary Knighton (Dave), Adam Pally (Max), Damon Wayans Jr. (Brad) and Casey Wilson (Penny). Actor Adam Pally is rumored to play Rich in the film "Late Bloomer," while fellow cast-mate Damon Wayans Jr. is filming "Someone Marry Barry" and "Let's Be Cops." Actress Casey Wilson has already secured a role in the upcoming "Drunk History" TV show.