Apple’s New Sci-Fi Masterpiece Gets Disappointing Season 2 Update (but It Makes Sense)

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Vince Gilligan, the creator of hit shows like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, recently surprised audiences with his new series, Pluribus. While very different in style and genre – Pluribus is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi show, while his previous work was a crime drama – it was just as well-made and received recognition, including nominations for awards from the Producers Guild, Actors Guild, and Writers Guild. Fans are excited for Season 2, but a release date hasn’t been announced, and it looks like we might have to wait a while.

During a recent Apple TV press event (as reported by CBR), creator Vince Gilligan shared an update on Season 2 of Pluribus. He explained that developing the episodes is a lengthy process and, despite being further along than he’d prefer with so few episodes planned, it’s similar to the timeline of the first season. Gilligan thanked fans for their patience, but clarified that a new season won’t arrive annually like The Pitt. He confirmed they aim to release new episodes in the same month each year, but the exact year remains to be determined.

Vince Gilligan’s Pluribus Season 2 Update Makes Sense, but Is Still Disappointing

Gilligan’s recent comments about Pluribus Season 2 are quite different from what star Rhea Seehorn said last month. She indicated Gilligan was moving forward with the season and hoped it would happen quickly. However, it now appears the writing process is taking longer than anticipated, meaning fans will likely have to wait a while. With only a few episodes fully written for the second season—which had nine episodes in its first season—there’s still a significant amount of work to be done before filming can begin.

Fans will likely be upset to hear this news. After recent comments from Seehorn, some hoped Pluribus could avoid a common issue with streaming series: long waits between seasons. Often, viewers have to wait years for a new season, which can hurt a show’s popularity. The longer people wait, the more likely they are to find something else to watch. In the entertainment world, it’s best to capitalize on a show’s initial success and keep the momentum going while it’s still popular.

Although fans are eager for Pluribus to return, it’s probably best if the creators take their time. They’re working hard to make sure the new episodes are as good as possible, and that’s commendable. A two-year wait for the next season isn’t perfect, but it would be far worse if Pluribus came back and didn’t live up to the quality of the first season. Given the surprising ending of Season 1, viewers have high expectations for the story, and it’s crucial that the show continues to be excellent.

According to recent statements from Gilligan, a 2026 release for Pluribus Season 2 is impossible. The show won’t likely return until late 2027 at the earliest—possibly in November—but even that depends on several things. The scripts still need to be written, and filming will take a significant amount of time. There’s even a possibility the show won’t be back until 2028, three years after the first season. While this is common for many streaming series, fans are hoping for a quicker return.

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2026-02-04 22:11