TV Shows That Should Not Be Revived

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Battlestar Galactica

While the Syfy reboot had its less-than-interstellar moments (fat Lee, that "What the frak?" finale), the critical and fan fave was a beautifully done series that should be left alone. So say we all.

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer

We're not saying the series finale was the best. But unless creator Joss Whedon is involved, don't even think about touching this revered property.

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Charmed

After 178 episodes and a pretty significant flash-forward — like, two generations into the future — it's safe to say the Halliwells' bewitching story has been told in full.

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Chuck

Any way you slice it, the open-ended finale is a win for Chuck and Sarah 'shippers: She either remembers him, or she falls in love with him all over again.

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Dawson's Creek

Joey and Pacey ended up together, Dawson became a successful producer, and Jack was happy with Doug. What more do you need? (Jen alive would be nice, but it's not like a reunion movie can bring her back from the dead.)

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Everwood

Although the family drama was cancelled before its time, it still managed to wrap up its stories in a fulfilling way, complete with happy endings for Ephram/Amy and Andy/Nina.

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Friday Night Lights

We're with Kyle Chandler — why mess with greatness? (The only thing missing from the series finale was a Riggins/Street scene, but it's OK, we have this.)

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Friends

They're still friends. Let's move on.

MATTHEW FOX, JORGE GARCIA, EVANGELINE LILLY

Lost

The final episode was so polarizing, we have no desire to go back there. (Sorry, Jack.)

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My So-Called Life

One of the reasons the short-lived drama is remembered so fondly is because it never had the chance to be anything other than brilliant.

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Parks and Recreation

We left Leslie Knope & Co. living futures so bright, we can't think of any way to improve upon them.

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That '70s Show

If we want more Kelso and Hyde, we'll just watch Netflix's The Ranch.

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Ugly Betty

The title changing to just Betty (and the hint of a possible romance between the titular character and her ex-boss Daniel) was the perfect end note.

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