The next season of horror series "The Strain" is slated for a summer 2017 premiere.

The series is currently in the midst of its third season and is set to return summer next year for its fourth season. Recently, however, the creators of the series confirmed that season 4 will mark the finale of the popular thriller.

According to a statement released by FX Network and FX Productions presidents Nick Grad and Eric Schrier, concluding the series after its fourth season was a creative decision made by "The Strain" producers. Carlon Cuse also revealed that the original intent was for the series to last only three seasons.

"We sincerely thank Carlton Cuse, Guillermo del Toro, Chuck Hogan and their creative team as well as the fantastic cast for three exciting seasons of 'The Strain.' Though we're sad to see it go, we fully support the way in which they are crafting the fourth season's dramatic conclusion," read the statement.

"It is a true joy to work at FX where creative intentions always come first. Our original plan was for the series to last three years. Once we began telling that story it expanded to be more. After finishing the writing on season three, Guillermo, Chuck and I looked at our remaining story and felt the best version could be told in one more season. We have a fantastic plan for an exciting and climatic season four. We are deeply grateful to FX for supporting our vision and for allowing us to end the show on our own timetable," added Cuse.

"The Strain" season 3 currently airs on FX every Sunday night at 10:00 P.M. It will air its finale on Oct. 30.