"The Killing" is once again getting killed off. A year after AMC canceled the mystery drama after its second season, the network has decided to axe it again for what will likely be the final time, Deadline reports.

"We have made the difficult decision not to move forward with a fourth season of 'The Killing'," AMC said in a statement to Deadline. "We want to thank our great partners at Fox Television Studios, creator Veena Sud, an extraordinary cast and the dedicated fans who watched."  

"Fox Television Studios is extremely proud of all three seasons of The Killing," the studio continued. "We're especially gratified to have orchestrated a unique deal with AMC for Season 3 that included a bold partnership with Netflix. While we would have loved to produce a fourth season for AMC, FTVS is immensely grateful to everyone involved with this moving series: our brilliant cast, led by Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman and Season 3's Peter Sarsgaard; our stellar executive producer, Veena Sud; a remarkable writing and producing team; and a tireless, dedicated crew. Most of all, FTVS thanks the terrific fans of The Killing, who communicated their appreciation for the show throughout its run." 

"The Killing," which starred Mireille Enos ("World War Z," "Big Love") and Joel Kinnaman ("Easy Money," "RoboCop"), first premiered in 2011 with 2.7 million viewers. The first season was well received by critics and revolved around the infamous "who killed Rosie Larsen" storyline that was left unresolved at the end of the season. Although the mystery was eventually solved in the next season, this prompted fan backlash and low ratings for Season 2, which prompted the show's first cancellation. AMC revived "The Killing" for a third season in January.

Season 3, which had Linden (Enos) and Holder (Kinnaman) tracking down a killer of young women, garnered critical praise but low ratings, with 1.8 million viewers for its premiere and 1.5 million viewers for its finale.