SMILF cancelled amid probe into creator Frankie Shaw's alleged sexual misconduct

The second season will continue to air as normal

A still from the TV series SMILF (Showtime)

Showtime has cancelled SMILF after two seasons following a probe into the television show's creator's alleged sexual misconduct.

Frankie Shaw, who also acted as showrunner, was accused of inappropriately handling sex scenes and being "completely unprofessional" on set, inlcuding accusations of race-based separation.

Actor Samara Weaving exited the show last year, citing a breach of contract while filming a sex scene for the second season.

"After weighing a variety of factors, Showtime has decided that SMILF will not move forward for a third season," a statement from the network reads.

"The remainder of the second season will continue to air as scheduled on Showtime through its series finale on March 31.

"We remain extremely proud of the two seasons of SMILF, and thank Frankie Shaw for her singular voice and unique creation, as well as the dozens of writers, producers, actors, directors and crew members both in Los Angeles and on location in Boston, who contributed to this exceptional series."

A spokesperson for ABC studios, who have an overall deal with Shaw, told The Hollywood Reporter that the contract had been suspended and put on review.

"I can’t express how much I’ve loved making this show, how much I love the cast and crew and appreciate Showtime and ABC as creative partners," Shaw said in a statement.

SMILF, which was nominated for two Golden Globes last year, starred Shaw as a single mother and was met with critical acclaim upon release in 2017.