Community pulled from NBC's schedule: The backlash

Why was the quirky, cult-favorite comedy yanked from the Peacock network's midseason lineup — and what happens now?

"Community"
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When NBC released its midseason schedule late Monday and Community wasn't on it, fan panic and outrage quickly spread via Twitter. Now that the dust has settled, it's clear that Community — the quirky, innovative sitcom about a community college study group — hasn't been canceled. The series will, however, be put on an indefinite hiatus (as of Dec. 8) to make room in the schedule for the return of 30 Rock. What went into the benching of Community — a show with a small, but passionate viewership — and what are critics saying about the decision? A guide:

Why was Community put on hiatus?

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