Ray Donovan cancelled by Showtime

Wednesday 5 February 2020 by Charlotte Whyatt  News

Ray Donovan has been cancelled after 7 seasons by US network Showtime.

Speaking to Deadline last month, its co-head of entertainment Gary Levine admitted that the show was nearing the end of its run but could still potentially return for an eighth season. 

This announcement however confirms that the last episode of season 7, which aired just last week here in the UK on Sky Atlantic, will now serve as the official series finale. 

“After seven incredible seasons, Ray Donovan has concluded its run” they said in a statement. 

“We are proud that the series ended amid such strong viewership and on such a powerful note. Our deepest thanks go to Liev Schreiber, Jon Voight, showrunner David Hollander and the entire cast and crew, past and present, for their dedicated work.”

Ray Donovan followed the titular fixer (Schreiber) as he dealt with both the problems of the rich and famous first in L.A and then New York. 

He was nominated for three Golden Globes and three Emmys over the course of its 82 episode run with Jon Voight picking up a Supporting Actor Golden Globe for his role as Ray’s criminal father Mickey in 2014. 

Schreiber took to Instagram to salute the series end after previously urging fans to reach out to Showtime if they wanted an eighth season. 

Seasons 1-7 of Ray Donovan are currently streaming on NOW TV. 

Source: Hollywood Reporter