The Idol premiered its first season in June and July of 2023 and since then viewers have been pondering about the fate of the series and whether or not a second season will happen. The Idol is a drama series that focuses on the complex relationship between a female pop-culture idol Jocelyn, and a sleazy nightclub owner and self-help guru, Tedros.
Here’s all The Idol Season 2 release date information we know so far, and all the details on when it is coming out.
Is there a The Idol Season 2 release date?
The Idol Season 2 does not have a release date as it will not be happening. The drama series was canceled by HBO after one season.
As to why The Idol was canceled, it was because it received largely negative reviews from critics, who heavily criticized the story, direction, and sexual content depicted on the show. At the time of writing, The Idol holds a rotten critic score of 19% and a rotten 41% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Idol was co-created by Sam Levinson, The Weeknd, and Reza Fahim. It stars Lily-Rose Depp, The Weeknd, Suzanna Son, Troye Sivan, Jane Adams, Ramsey, Mitch Modes, Rachel Sennott, and Hari Nef.
Where is The Idol Season 2 coming out?
The Idol Season 2 isn’t confirmed to be released on HBO or HBO Max as the series has been canceled after one season.
The official synopsis for The Idol reads:
“After a nervous breakdown derailed Jocelyn’s last tour, she’s determined to claim her rightful status as the greatest and sexiest pop star in America. Her passions are reignited by Tedros, a nightclub impresario with a sordid past. Will her romantic awakening take her to glorious new heights or the deepest and darkest depths of her soul?”
