Prime Video Quietly Canceled 'The Runarounds' After One Season

The series from the creator of 'Outer Banks' faced controversy over the showrunner's alleged behavior on set.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 12:49pm

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The Prime Video series 'The Runarounds' has been canceled after just one season, with reports indicating the decision was made quietly months ago. The show, created by 'Outer Banks' showrunner Jonas Pate, faced controversy last year when 'Outer Banks' star Chase Stokes accused Pate of being physically and verbally aggressive towards a production assistant on set.

Why it matters

The Runarounds' cancellation comes as a blow to its young, up-and-coming cast, who were hoping the series would help launch their music careers. The controversy surrounding showrunner Jonas Pate also raises questions about accountability in the entertainment industry, especially when high-profile creators are involved.

The details

According to reports, 'The Runarounds' was canceled by Prime Video several months ago, not long after its September 2025 debut. The decision came as the show's lead actress, Lilah Pate (the daughter of creator Jonas Pate), booked a role in the upcoming 'Tulsa King' spinoff series, suggesting she would be unavailable for additional seasons. The cancellation also followed accusations from 'Outer Banks' star Chase Stokes that Jonas Pate had been physically and verbally aggressive towards a production assistant on the set of 'The Runarounds', though no legal action has been taken against Pate.

  • The Runarounds premiered on Prime Video on September 1, 2025.
  • In October 2025, Chase Stokes accused Jonas Pate of inappropriate behavior on the set of The Runarounds.
  • The Runarounds has now been quietly canceled, several months after its debut.

The players

Jonas Pate

The creator of The Runarounds and the showrunner of the Netflix series Outer Banks, who was accused of inappropriate behavior on the set of The Runarounds.

Lilah Pate

The lead actress of The Runarounds, who is also the daughter of creator Jonas Pate. She recently booked a role in the Tulsa King spinoff series, suggesting she would be unavailable for additional seasons of The Runarounds.

Chase Stokes

The star of the Netflix series Outer Banks, who claimed to witness Jonas Pate being physically and verbally aggressive towards a production assistant on the set of The Runarounds.

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What they’re saying

“Pate was both physically and verbally aggressive to the PA, grabbing and shaking them. It was allegedly severe enough that Stokes had to intervene.”

— Chase Stokes, Outer Banks star

What’s next

It remains to be seen if any further legal action will be taken against Jonas Pate regarding the alleged inappropriate behavior on the set of The Runarounds. The cast of the show, which features several up-and-coming musicians, will continue their tour through June 2026 despite the series' cancellation.

The takeaway

The cancellation of The Runarounds highlights the challenges faced by new, young talent in the entertainment industry, especially when high-profile creators are accused of misconduct. It also raises questions about accountability and the need for greater oversight and transparency in the production of television series.