Despite being released to critical acclaim, Netflix canceled the show after just one season. The news was released to massive backlash and lead to a debate on the merits of the algorithms that determine the success or failure (and therefore whether shows are canceled or renewed) of shows on streaming services.
Nearly a year after being cancelled on Netflix, the show was revived for a second season on Adult Swim.
There is a real Pastry Pete's Bakery in the resort town of Lytham St Annes in Lancashire, England.
In episode 8 of season 2, when Bertie walks into her childhood bedroom there are two posters with "Stjörk" and "Four Bug Guys" written on them. These are references to Icelandic singer Björk and The Beetles respectively.