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Will ‘The Shards’ Return? FX Show Tests Ryan Murphy’s Sway In Disney Empire

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

What happened

The prolific creator has a big overall deal with Disney's 20th TV and a long working relationship with FX.

Is that enough to ensure a renewal for a show that wasn't a ratings breakout?

Key facts

  • The prolific creator has a big overall deal with Disney's 20th TV and a long working relationship with FX.
  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:02:18 UTC.

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