‘Boots’ Canceled by Netflix After First Season

Netflix has canceled “Boots” after just one season, Variety has learned. The coming-of-age queer drama series debuted on the streamer on Oct. 9.

Executive produced by Norman Lear, who greenlighted the show back in 2023, and created by Andy Parker, “Boots” was based on Greg Cope White’s book “The Pink Marine.” Miles Heizer starred as Cameron Cope, a disillusioned, closeted ‘90s teen who signs up for the Marine Corps with his best friend Ray McAffey, played by Liam Oh. Despite the unwelcoming environment (LGBTQ people were banned from the military at that time), the pair grow into themselves and form lifelong friendships with their fellow recruits as they navigate the social and physical hazards of boot camp.

Other cast members include Ana Ayora, Blake Burt, Cedrick Cooper, Dominic Goodman, Nicholas Logan, Kieron Moore, Angus O’Brien, Rico Paris, Max Parker, Vera Farmiga, Brandon Tyer Moore and Mattie Liptak.

During a recent sitdown with Variety, Heizer said the possibilities for queer stories in the military are endless. He shared his hopes for many more seasons.

“There are a lot of stories to tell, from more of Greg’s different experiences in the Marines to Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, to when it was repealed,” he said. “I would do it for 10 seasons if they let us.”

Jennifer Cecil served as showrunner and executive producer. Series creator Parker served as co-showrunner and executive producer. Rachel Davidson, Peter Hoar, Scott Hornbacher and Brent Miller also served as executive producers. Todd Lewis and Cyndi Brenner produced the show