Political comedy's next season will be its last

Veep is to come to an end next year.

HBO said it was the producers’ decision to end the political comedy after its upcoming seventh season.

The show was created by Armando Iannucci on the back of the success of The Thick Of It, but he stood down from the executive producer role after series five, to be replaced by David Mandel.

HBO president of programming Casey Bloys said: ‘The decision to bring Veep to a close at the end of next season is bittersweet.

‘We love the show and everyone involved but respect the producers’ choice to bring Selina Meyer’s journey to its conclusion after an extraordinary run of critical and award-winning acclaim. 

‘Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ comedic brilliance infused Selina with a dynamic presence and a vibrant wit which will ensure her a place in the history of television’s most iconic comedic characters. We look forward to producing the seventh and final season.’

Veep airs on Sky Atlantic in the UK.

Published: 7 Sep 2017