Channel 4 has reportedly decided not to commission a new series of the Crystal Maze revival in the near future.
The eccentric gameshow was a staple of the broadcaster's schedules in the '90s and made a comeback in 2016 with Richard Ayoade as host.
Since then the show has aired for three full series and a number of specials but according to the Daily Star, that is all for now.
"The Crystal Maze is being ditched. Execs have no plans to make a new series," a source told the newspaper.
"It is an iconic show, but no series is guaranteed to run indefinitely. The pandemic has meant some tough decisions have to be made.
"Channel 4 has the option to bring it back in the future, but right now that's not looking likely any time soon.
"Initially it was performing well, but by late 2020 it wasn't bringing in good viewing figures any more. Interest from viewers had waned.
"It was inevitable it would be at risk of being axed."
The show last aired over Christmas 2020.
Neil Wilkes
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