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Dominic West drama 'The Hour' cancelled by BBC2

Golden Globe-nominated drama also starred Ben Whishaw and Romola Garai

By HitFix Staff Tuesday, Feb 12, 2013 2:51 PM

<p>'The Hour'</p>

'The Hour'

Credit: BBC America

Time is up for "The Hour."

The period drama has been cancelled by BBC2 and will not return for a planned third series, according to Radio Times.

The show aired on BBC America in the U.S. and starred Dominic West, Ben Whishaw and Romola Garai.

The Abi Morgan-created "Hour" was set in the '50s and depicted the behind-the-scenes of a fictional BBC news show. It earned four Golden Globes nominations, as well as three Bafta nominations. 

Kudos Film and Television exec Jane Featherstone said she was "sad and disappointed" by the news, while BBC's official statement reads, "We loved the show but have to make hard choices to bring new shows through."   
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    west coast ram

    How many total espisodes were there in season 2?

    February 12, 2013 at 4:29PM EST Reply to Comment
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      Dax Six.

      February 12, 2013 at 5:24PM EST
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    Kevin

    It's a shame it's ending. The Hour was one of the best shows on tv.

    February 12, 2013 at 5:25PM EST Reply to Comment
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    guest

    really enjoyed the show and wish it was coming back.

    February 12, 2013 at 6:54PM EST Reply to Comment

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