The $30 million gamble that didn't pay off

ABC's 666 Park Avenue was a supernatural horror series that aired in 2012, but its cancellation was met with little surprise. The show's failure to gain traction with audiences and controversy surrounding it may have contributed to its demise.

The show was set in an Upper East Side apartment building in New York City known as The Drake, where residents could grant any wish but at a price. The series boasted an enviable cast , including Terry O'Quinn , Vanessa Williams, and Rachael Taylor.

A familiar pattern from the 2011 TV season

In 2012, ABC was looking to mix things up, and during its upfronts, the network announced a major move: Revenge, its freshman hit from 2011 , was moving to Sundays, where it would get a lead-in from Once Upon a Time, the network's other freshman hit.

In turn, Revenge would serve as a lead-in for 666 Park Avenue. The network took a chance on 666 Park Avenue, which boasted several talents who were already ABC stars, including Lost alum O'Quinn and Ugly Betty star Williams.

The controversy that may have sealed its fate

The show faced controversy and criticism from the group One Million Moms before it even aired. The group's protest may have conributed to the show's cancellation, but the exact reason remains unclear.

What's still unclear : the real reason behind its cancellation

The show's failure to meet expectations and the controversy surrounding it may have contributed to its cancellation, but the exact reason remains unclear.. the show's cast and the network's decision to take a chance on it may have been factors in its failure, but ultimately, the show's cancellation was a result of a combination of factors.