The fandom is in full revolt after shocking rumors emerged that Netflix may be shortening the runtime of Untamed Season 2 episodes — a move many fans are calling nothing short of a betrayal.
The Rumor That Shook the Fandom
Whispers began circulating on social media this week when an anonymous crew member allegedly leaked that the highly anticipated Season 2 won’t have the epic 70- to 90-minute episodes that fans were promised. Instead, episodes could be chopped down to barely 40 minutes.
“If true, this is Netflix’s worst decision ever,” one fan fumed on Twitter. “Untamed deserves space to breathe, not be rushed into bite-sized chunks.”
Fans Demand Answers: “Don’t Destroy What We Love!”
The backlash was immediate. Hashtags like #DontCutUntamed and #RespectTheLegacy began trending globally, with thousands of fans slamming the streamer for what they see as a blatant attempt to sacrifice storytelling for profit.
One viral post read:
“This isn’t a sitcom — it’s an epic saga. Cutting the runtime is like ripping out its soul.”
Others speculated Netflix’s plan is tied to cost-cutting measures in the middle of the ongoing streaming wars.
Industry Insiders Hint at Drama Behind the Scenes
Hollywood insiders claim Netflix has been in heated negotiations with producers over budgets, with runtime being one of the most “sensitive” issues.
“Longer episodes mean higher production costs,” an industry analyst explained. “But for a show like Untamed, cutting episodes short could spell disaster with the global fanbase.”
Adding fuel to the fire, there are whispers that some cast members have already expressed frustration over the rumored changes — fearing that key emotional scenes may end up on the chopping block.
Netflix’s Silence Raises More Questions
Despite the storm online, Netflix has yet to release an official statement, only deepening the suspicion that fans’ worst fears may be true.
Some argue that this silence is a PR strategy, while others believe it’s a sign the decision is already final.
The Stakes Couldn’t Be Higher
For millions of fans worldwide, Untamed isn’t just another show — it’s a cultural phenomenon.
“Shorter episodes mean less story, less emotion, less magic,” one heartbroken fan wrote. “If Netflix does this, they’ll destroy everything that made Untamed special.”
With Season 2 already shrouded in rumors of rewrites, cast disputes, and censorship controversies, the threat of shorter episodes may be the breaking point that finally pushes the fandom to revolt on a global scale.