It’s the end of an era for fans of heartfelt animated comedy—Fox has officially canceled The Great North after five seasons, leaving viewers to wonder what could have been for this quirky Alaskan family. But here's where it gets controversial: Was this decision a necessary move to make room for newer shows, or did Fox overlook the unique charm that made The Great North a standout in its lineup? Let’s dive in.
Fox recently confirmed that the animated series, executive produced by the creative minds behind Bob’s Burgers—Wendy Molyneux, Lizzie Molyneux-Logelin, and Loren Bouchard—will not return for a sixth season. This news comes just two weeks after the finale of Season 5, marking a bittersweet conclusion for the show that had been a cozy staple in Fox’s Sunday Animation Domination block since 2021.
Michael Thorn, President of Fox Television Network, shared his gratitude in a statement: ‘We’re so thankful for the incredible work of Wendy, Lizzie, Loren, and the entire cast and crew. Saying goodbye is never easy, but we’re proud of the five hilarious seasons *The Great North brought to our iconic Animation Domination lineup.*’
This cancellation is part of a larger wave of cuts at Fox, which has axed several ‘bubble’ shows from its 2025 roster, including Rescue HI-Surf, Accused, Alert: Missing Persons Unit, and The Cleaning Lady. While Accused remains on hold with a potential event-style return, the others have been officially canceled. Interestingly, Rescue HI-Surf was cut in May, but Alert, The Cleaning Lady, and The Great North were left in limbo until their seasons concluded—with Alert and The Cleaning Lady meeting their end in June.
For The Great North fans, the writing was on the wall—or perhaps the cabin wall—when the show was notably absent from Fox’s April mega-deal with 20th TV Animation. That deal extended the runs of The Simpsons, Family Guy, Bob’s Burgers, and American Dad! for four more years, leaving little room for The Great North to compete. And this is the part most people miss: With American Dad! returning to Fox and renewals for newer series like Krapopolis and Grimsburg, the network’s animated slate was bursting at the seams. Something had to go, and unfortunately, The Great North was the casualty.
Created by the Molyneux sisters and Regular Show alum Minty Lewis, The Great North followed the eccentric Tobin family’s adventures in Alaska. At its heart was single dad Beef (voiced by Nick Offerman), who struggled to keep his quirky brood close, especially his artistic daughter Judy (Jenny Slate), whose dreams took her from the family fishing boat to the local mall. The family dynamic was rounded out by Wolf (Will Forte) and his wife Honeybee (Dulcé Sloan), middle brother Ham (Paul Rust), and 10-year-old philosopher Moon (Aparna Nancherla). While Judy’s mother was absent, she found guidance in her boss Alyson (Megan Mullally) and her celestial confidante—none other than Alanis Morissette, voicing herself in a delightfully meta twist.
Despite flying under the radar, The Great North built a loyal fanbase and became Fox’s first successful new animated series since Bob’s Burgers. Its blend of Northern charm and family weirdness earned it a well-deserved spot in the Animation Domination hall of fame. But now, as we say goodbye, it’s worth asking: Did Fox make the right call, or did they let go of a gem too soon? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate that’s sure to spark some heated opinions!
