Why HBO Comedy Avenue 5 Was Canceled After Two Seasons

Armando Iannucci went on to say that, despite the cancellation, everyone involved in "Avenue 5" is eager to see it continue, including HBO. More seasons would be dependent on coordinating everyone's schedules, but Iannucci had an idea of where he wanted the show to go next.

In an interview with Collider, Hugh Laurie, who plays Captain Ryan Clark, also spoke favorably about his time on "Avenue 5.". He said the show gave him the opportunity to do things he wouldn't have been able to do on other shows. Laurie added that the show's environment also allows for the performers to bring their own ideas and try new things, something Iannucci encourages. "Most of mine are hideously unsuccessful, but I try, and I love playing the game. It's a real pleasure to be a part of," he said.

Iannucci added that the cast made contributions to the show that weren't in the script, highlighting a particular moment in Season 2, Episode 3 where Ryan emphatically points out that an idea is a bad one. He continued that he likes to have the script in place so there's something to fall back on, but likes to see what else the performers can cook up.

"People have got to feel free to try stuff out, knowing that if it falls flat on its face, it won't be seen," Iannucci said.