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Why Good Omens Season 4 Is Not Happening According to Neil Gaiman

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You fantasy comedy series Good Omens fans may be wondering if a fourth season is on the horizon. Creator Neil Gaiman recently broke the bad news on Twitter - there will not be a season 4.

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This comprehensive guide covers Gaiman own words on why Good Omens is ending with season 3 and how fans reacted to the bittersweet announcement. Lets take a look at the explanation straight from the visionary writer himself.

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Gaiman Tweet Explaining the Situation

Gaiman definitively tweeted when a fan asked if season 4 was a possibility: 'Nope. Season 3 will be the last one. It is based on the sequel to Good Omens that Terry and I planned to write before he died. It will finish the story we wanted to tell.

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There is no more material to adapt after that.' He added that they desired to write a sequel because they loved the world and had more stories to tell that would make fans laugh, think and cry.

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The Reason No More Seasons Are Possible

So why is season 4 off the table? As Gaiman clarified that it all comes down to the fact that season 3 will complete their vision by adapting the unfinished Good Omens sequel he and late co-author Terry Pratchett intended to write before Pratchett unfortunate passing.

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Gaiman made season 3 as a tribute to Pratchett using their notes and conversations to fulfill their shared creative goals. There simply won't be additional source material left to continue the story once season 3 releases.

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A Range of Fan Reactions to the News

Reactions from devoted Good Omens fans ran the gamut from sad to satisfied. Some felt disappointed but respected Gaiman choice to preserve Pratchett legacy faithfully. Others expressed gratitude that Gaiman was committed to properly concluding their narrative.

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Many shared hope that Gaiman might revisit the universe again someday in future books or spin-offs. But overall fans trusted Gaiman to give the characters and readers the closure they deserved.

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Looking Ahead to More Adventures Before the End

We can find comfort in knowing season 3 promises to deliver a satisfying finale true to the creators vision. We still have more hilarious misadventures with the angel Aziraphale, demon Crowley and company to anticipate before the good-natured end. No story lasts forever but Good Omens will ensure we go out on a high note!

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