The Idol, a brand-new drama that debuted on HBO at the start of the month, quickly gained attention for its obscene scenes and dark subject matter. The Idol, on the other hand, was unable to draw the anticipated audience, unlike previous HBO heavyweights like House of the Dragon and The Last of Us.
The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp starrer’s debut season, which was originally scheduled to include six episodes, will now end the following week after only five. The future of the programme and whether it will return for another season are now on the minds of viewers. Find out by reading on.
Is The Idol Renewed for Season 2?
HBO has not formally announced that The Idol will return for a second season. According to sources, the network is currently debating the show’s future and has not yet decided whether to renew or cancel it.
The Idol will only run for one season, according to rumours that first appeared in the middle of June. The accusations, however, were contradicted by a source close to HBO who said, “The door is absolutely still open. Undoubtedly, no decision has been made. This is standard procedure at this point.
The series’ Destiny, played by actor Da’Vine Joy Randolph, also provided a hint that a second season was being prepared. “I see season one as setting up the world in great detail and character development, to set up a season two where it’s like, now we’re really going to get in the shit,” the woman added.
When you complete a project, people often ask whether there will be a season two. Yes, absolutely. Everyone wants and intends to make a second season, and up until we hear otherwise, that is the plan, Randolph continued. We will have to wait until HBO makes an official announcement, though.
What will The Idol Season 2 be About?
Jocelyn, an aspiring pop artist, is the star of the programme. She has a complicated relationship with Tedros, a self-help guru who ends up being a cult leader. If season 2 of the programme is renewed, it will undoubtedly centre on Jocelyn’s continued membership in the cult and how it affects her.
The plot has already generated a lot of controversy, so if the writers chose to pay attention to fan criticism, they might make a few minor changes. Regarding the launch date, the first season’s production took about 1.5 years.
The Idol season 2 should debut at the end of 2024 or the start of 2025 if the programme is renewed in the following weeks and if the same schedule is maintained.
Who will Star in The Idol Season 2?
Lily-Rose Depp’s portrayal of Jocelyn will certainly return if The Idol is given the go-ahead for season 2. Also anticipated is The Weeknd’s return as Terdros, the cult’s leader. Suzanna Son as Chloe and Rachel Sennott as Leia are two additional actors who are anticipated to make a comeback.
The cast may also feature Jane Adams as Nikki Katz, Moses Sumney as Izaak, Hank Azaria as Chaim, Jennie Ruby Jane as Dyanne, Troye Sivan as Xander, and Eli Roth as Andrew Finkelstein.
