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Critics and fans alike argue that the decline in popularity was entirely avoidable. Had the creators listened to the warning signs—those five years of public concern, fan complaints, and critical feedback—they might have reconsidered whether to adapt the divisive sequel story for the screen. Instead, they pressed forward, seemingly dismissing the importance of fan attachment to characters and storylines.
Furthermore, the excuse that their high standards and success in season one justify taking creative risks falls flat in light of the audience fallout. The core issue is that the adaptation was built on a story that many hated, amplified by creative choices that alienated longtime fans.