Scott Pilgrim's anime will not have a sequel

The anime series "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off", based on the original comics by Bryan Lee O'Malley, will not have a second season, as recently confirmed by its creator through social networks. This project, developed in collaboration with the prestigious animation studio Science SARU, surprised fans by reimagining the story with a completely new approach and by bringing together the cast and creative team behind the film "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World".

Since its premiere, the series has been acclaimed for its ability to mix nostalgia and originality, presenting a narrative different from previous versions of the work. Although the end of the first season left open the possibility of future stories, O'Malley clarified that the production was conceived as a unique project due to the challenges involved in carrying it out.

In a statement shared on the Twitter platform, O'Malley expressed her appreciation for the teamwork behind the anime: "It was an honor to work with the cast and staff around the world. Every day was like conducting a symphony." However, he also confirmed that the series will not continue: "We were recently informed that the show will NOT be returning."

The creator noted that while some fans held out hope for a second season, making more episodes would have been nearly impossible: "We knew it would only be one season and we did everything we could to achieve it."

Scott Pilgrim Takes Off managed to stand out for its unique character, not only for the level of talent involved, but also for the international collaboration necessary to bring the project to the screen. Although many regret its cancellation, O'Malley stressed that the simple fact that this series has existed is a small miracle for fans of the story.

Source: Twitter