Amazon’s Responsibility: The Significance of the Save Bosch: Legacy Petition Milestone for Renewal

Important Highlights

Fans passionately lead a petition to save Bosch: Legacy, already collecting over 12,000 signatures.
Backlash against Amazon’s cancellation decision has intensified, with fans advocating for more Harry Bosch narratives.
A previous fan-driven campaign successfully prompted Amazon to greenlight Bosch: Legacy.

Bosch: Legacy is set to conclude its run in March 2025. Nevertheless, fans are fiercely rallying support to save the series through a lively petition on change.org. This isn’t the first instance of fans defending Harry Bosch; in 2020, a similar petition amassed 10,529 signatures to keep the original Bosch series alive. That effort played a crucial role in convincing Amazon to produce the spin-off, Bosch: Legacy. As it stands, the current campaign has swiftly gained traction, amassing 12,866 signatures in just three months, emphasizing the fanbase’s demand for more Bosch stories.

After the cancellation announcement in September 2024, fans perceived Amazon’s narrative—that the conclusion of Harry Bosch’s solo journey was a strategic move to pave the way for a new Ballard spin-off—as disingenuous. However, the momentum created by the revised Save Bosch: Legacy petition has grown stronger than previous campaigns, potentially forcing Amazon to reconsider its cancellation decision.

The Original Campaign Successfully Led to the Creation of Bosch: Legacy

Amazon seems to overlook Harry Bosch’s significant impact on the growth of its streaming platform. The original Bosch series was a flagship offering, captivating audiences over seven successful seasons before its conclusion in 2021. The desire for more stories from Michael Connelly’s literary universe remained strong, especially with Harry Bosch’s new chapter as a private investigator left unexplored. Thanks to the fervor generated by the Save Bosch campaign, Amazon eventually approved the spin-off series, Bosch: Legacy.

On April 2, 2021, Clare Costa, the campaign manager for Save Bosch, shared the good news regarding Bosch: Legacy on change.org:

“Dear Team Bosch,

We cannot thank you enough for your support in our campaign. I’m sure you’ve heard the thrilling news about the spin-off on IMDbTV! I’ve personally been informed by Titus Welliver and producer Henrik Bastin that our active presence on social media played a significant role in influencing this decision, so pat yourselves on the back!”

Fans played a pivotal role in ensuring Bosch’s continuation, influencing Amazon’s decision to bring Bosch: Legacy to life in 2022 on Freevee—a platform that became remarkably successful, surpassing the original series in viewership. This would not have been possible without the fans’ dedication, acknowledged by Madison Lintz, who portrays Maddie Bosch, when she expressed her gratitude for their unwavering support.

Key Facts About the Save Bosch: Legacy Petition

You can sign the petition to save Bosch: Legacy HERE.
The petition has nearly 13,000 signatures to date.
Amazon should heed the fans’ wishes and consider renewing the show.

Fans Demand Renewal of Bosch: Legacy as Support Surges

The momentum continues to build: the Save Bosch: Legacy petition has broken the previous record set by earlier campaigns aimed at securing the original series. This surge in enthusiasm for Harry Bosch indicates fans’ determination to ensure Bosch: Legacy receives the continuation it deserves. Previously, Amazon was swayed by an impressive 10,529 signatures, and as pressure mounts, they face a similar situation with current efforts approaching 13,000 supporters. The voices advocating for Bosch are growing louder, and more fans are flocking to support the movement for another season and a sincere conclusion.

Recent remarks from Titus Welliver ahead of the cancellation revealed intentions to connect the Bosch: Legacy and Ballard series. He also highlighted the integral role of Harry Bosch in the Ballard storyline, indicating he expected to initiate filming for season four in January 2025, before the sudden cancellation by Amazon. Despite promises of producing more Bosch-related content, Amazon’s decision to ax the Jerry Edgar spin-off has led to growing skepticism among fans. The clarion call for justice is resonating, and the fans’ collective voice remains strong and unyielding.