A one season wonder
A one season wonder is a show that got canceled after one lousy season because it was as good as a bad haircut. Some shows got lucky and stayed for more seasons, but most got the boot like a one hit wonder.
"Chicago Code? Please. That show lasted longer than my last relationship.", @TVfanatic2023
"Knight Rider? That was a one season wonder. My cat lasted longer than that.", @RidiculousRatings
"That show got canceled after one season. It was like being dumped on the first date.", @TVDisaster"