Among Us Show Cancellation Sparks Global Outrage Among Fans
LONDON, UK — The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of the popular video game Among Us has been officially cancelled by its production studio, CBS Eye Animation Productions, according to an internal memo obtained by reporters on Tuesday. Who was involved? The studio and its parent company, Paramount Global, alongside the game’s original developer, Innersloth. What happened? The project, titled the Among Us show, was permanently shelved after two years of pre-production. When did this occur? The decision was finalized during a board meeting on February 20, 2025, and the memo was leaked to the public on February 21. Where did this take place? At the studio’s headquarters in Los Angeles, California, with the announcement affecting global fan communities. Why was the show cancelled? Insiders cited creative differences between producers and rising budget constraints due to market shifts. The cancellation has triggered a viral outcry on social media, with over 500,000 petitions signed within 24 hours demanding its revival.