But these plans don’t always end up working out, which was the case for The Middle and the Sue Heck spinoff that was in the works back shortly after the ABC sitcom concluded its nine-season run in 2018.
You may be wondering what exactly was the Sue Heck spinoff and why did it never end up coming to ABC or any other network looking for a clever and family-centered sitcom.
Over the years, TV spinoffs have served as a tried and true method of continuing a franchise’s success and fandom long after the original series has ended.
And while other failed spinoffs like The Farm had its pilot worked into the final season of The Office, there’s no way to watch Sue Heck’s next journey unless the shot pilot randomly appears on HBO Max someday.