You jumps to Netflix for Season 2 after Lifetime reneges on its renewal

The Hollywood Reporter

Lifetime renewed the Penn Badgley psychological thriller stalker drama for a second season more than a month before its Season 1 premiere. The early renewal was due in part to You winning a Season 2 tax credit to move production from New York to Los Angeles. But Season 1 had a disappointing 611,000 live total viewers. According to The Hollywood Reporter, "the lackluster ratings, paired with the fact that Lifetime did not own the Warner Horizon Scripted Television-produced drama, made a second season unsustainable for the cable network." Since Netflix already streamed You reruns, the streaming service has decided to pick it up as an original series. "Lifetime had an incredible experience working with Greg Berlanti, (showrunner) Sera Gamble and the entire team on You for season one," Lifetime said in a statement. "We wish the cast and crew the best as the series continues on at Netflix and can’t wait for the opportunity to work with the creative team again."