The adventurous escapade of Rhys Darby in the pirate comedy series Our Flag Means Death has reached its conclusion, with the announcement that the show will not return for a third season.
The series, which drew inspiration from the real-life exploits of 18th-century pirate Stede Bonnet, is co-produced by acclaimed filmmaker Taika Waititi.
In a narrative that creatively deviates from historical accuracy, Stede Bonnet (portrayed by Darby), a gentleman by birth, takes an unexpected turn towards the life of a pirate. He assumes command of the pirate ship named Revenge, delving into the high seas’ adventures.
The cast ensemble also includes notable actors such as Samson Kayo, Vico Ortiz, Ewen Bremner, Joel Fry, Matthew Maher, Kristian Nairn, Con O’Neill, David Fane, Samba Schutte, Nat Faxon, and Leslie Jones, contributing to the show’s dynamic and engaging narrative.
The show, which aired in Australia on FOX8 and BINGE, garnered a dedicated fanbase who appreciated its unique blend of comedy and historical fiction.
In a statement released by HBO Max, the network expressed its pride in the series:
“While Max will not be moving forward with a third season of Our Flag Means Death, we are so proud of the joyous, hilarious, and heartfelt stories that creator David Jenkins, Taika Waititi, Rhys Darby, Garrett Basch, Dan Halsted, Adam Stein, Antoine Douaihy and the entire superb cast and crew brought to life,”
“We also thank the dedicated fans who embraced these stories and built a gorgeous, inclusive community surrounding the show.”
