Most Painful TV Hiatus After Major Cliffhangers (& How Long We Had To Wait)

In the age of streaming, shows tend to be released in a relatively short period, with whole seasons dropping at once, and consistent gaps between seasons, but some shows have had much lengthier gaps, dragging out incredible cliffhangers. A cliffhanger can serve as a solid tool for shows to ensure audiences stay interested between seasons and hopefully ensure the show is renewed. Despite including strong cliffhangers, sometimes, shows take longer to make, with strikes, pandemics, exits from cast or crew, and studio interference all potentially causing delays.