‘Orange Is the New Black’ Ending in 2019 The upcoming seventh season br will be the show’s last. Jenji Kohan, series creator, made a statement about Litchfield closing br its doors. Jenji Kohan, br via statement 'Orange Is the New br Black' actresses Kate Mulgrew, “Red,” via Instagram Natasha Lyonne, “Nicky Nichols,” via Instagram The series was br one of Netflix’s first original shows. Cindy Holland, Netflix Vice President of original content, admitted it was “too good to last forever.” Kevin Beggs, chairman of Lionsgate Television group, referred to the show as one that has “profoundly impacted popular culture worldwide.” Kevin Beggs, via statement The final season is said to be one fans “will not forget” and br premieres in summer 2019.