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Netflix cancels Messiah after one season
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The global thriller starring Michelle Monaghan and Mehdi Dehbi that revolved around a man whose followers claim him to be the return of Jesus Christ premiered on New Year's Day to mixed reviews. Co-star Wil Traval revealed the news on Instagram. According to Variety, "Netflix did not feel confident producing a show that required so many international locations given the current state of things with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic." Messiah was created by Michael Petroni, with Mark Burnett and Roma Downey among the executive producers.
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