Mads Mikkelsen’s ability to convey so much with so little is one of the greatest strengths of the actor, and this was evident in the highly popular NBC series, Hannibal which hooked its viewers with the immersive plot. The gripping plot kept the audience continuously guessing what will happen in the next scene, and the three seasons of the show are a gem. Sadly, after the third season of the show was canceled.
Despite being a successful series, the show was canceled and it is waiting to return for its fourth season. Mads Mikkelsen was recently present at the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, where he has given an exciting update to the fans of the crime drama show, and when they can expect it.
Mads Mikkelsen Gives An Update On The Fourth Season of Hannibal
Mads Mikkelsen’s portrayal of Hannibal Lecter is nothing short of captivating, his captivating presence, and striking presence as the character has made it so iconic. His first appearance on the show gives goosebumps to the viewers, and his cold and calculated moves make him an interesting character that one would never get bored of watching.
Recently, The Hunt actor was present at the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and the actor was asked if he will ever return as Hannibal Lecter. Mikkelsen answered that he will soon return to portray the character as they are “running out of time,” and they can not wait for “20 years” to play the character.
“Yup. Always a chance, it’s all about finding a home for it [Hannibal]. Of course, we’re running out of time, we can’t wait 20 years, within the next couple of years if someone finds a home, I think we’re all ready to get up again.”
While Mads Mikkelsen has given a ray of hope to its fans, Hugh Dancy was asked why Season 4 of Hannibal has not happened yet, and much to the disappointment of the fans, he gave a very realistic answer.
Hugh Dancy Answers Why Season 4 of Hannibal Has Not Happened
Hannibal which aired from 2013 to 2015, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Even though the show was renowned for its complex plot, intriguing characters, and overall elegance, it shocked everyone that the show was canceled after the third season. And ever since, fans of the show are ardently waiting for the show to make a return with its fourth season and continue with Hannibal Lecter’s story.
Recently, Hugh Dancy gave an interview to Collider, where he was asked why the fourth season of the show has not happened yet. The actor replied that making a season of a show costs a lot and he is not sure if OTT platforms will be their show’s savior.
“I’m not exactly surprised because essentially, first and foremost, somebody has to write a fairly sizable check. I’m not talking about me being paid. I’m talking about the cost of making a season of television. For a while, it seemed like the streamers were gonna be everybody’s savior, in that respect, but now there’s been a cutoff there. There are shows that are watched by millions of people that don’t make it past a second season. So, I have no idea what that calculation is.”
This was not a shocker because many people are canceling their OTT subscriptions, and the presence of so many entertaining TV Series has made it very difficult for the streaming services to continue with every show it creates, which often leads to series taking breaks for an unsaid period of time. However, fans should not feel that the story will remain untold, as Mads Mikkelsen sounded pretty confident when talking about the future of the show.
Hannibal can be streamed on Hulu.
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