HBO's freshman series "Luck" wasabruptly canceled Wednesday after a third horse died during production of the low-rated series.
"It is with heartbreak that executive producers David Milch and Michael Mann together with HBO have decided to cease all future production on the series," the cable network said in a statement.
The series was already filming its second season. Two horses had already died during production on the first season, prompting criticism from animal-rights groups.
In the latest death, the horse was being walked back to its barn when it "reared up, fell backwards and was injured," according to TVLine.com.
In a statement, the American Humane Association, which had a representative on the set at the time, said the injury was untreatable.
Earlier reports said HBO had agreed to shut down production pending an investigation, but word came late Wednesday afternoon that the series was officially canceled.
"Safety is always of paramount concern," HBO said in its statement. "While we maintained the highest safety standards possible, accidents unfortunately happen and it is impossible to guarantee they won't in the future. Accordingly, we have reached this difficult decision."
The cable network said it remains "immensely proud" of the series, including its "celebration of the culture of horses."
In a separate statement, Milch and Mann also cited its cast and crew. "This has been a tremendous collaboration and one that we plan to continue in the future," they said.
The first season of "Luck" continues to air Sundays on HBO.
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