MGM+ has announced that ‘The Institute’, the hit thriller horror series based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel, will return for a second season. The renewal follows what the streamer calls its “best premiere ever” and promises even more sinister twists when the series returns.
“Set free but hunted, new dangers await the escapees from the Institute and I can’t wait,” said Stephen King.
From executive producer Stephen King, with director and executive producer Jack Bender (Lost, Game of Thrones, Mr. Mercedes, FROM) and writer/executive producer Benjamin Cavell (Justified, The Stand), the series has become one of MGM+’s flagship dramas. Season 2 will once again consist of eight episodes and will stream exclusively on MGM+ across the US, UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Colombia.
Season one starred Ben Barnes (Shadow and Bone, The Punisher, Westworld), Mary-Louise Parker (Weeds), Joe Freeman, and an ensemble that included Simone Miller (Run the Burbs), Fionn Laird (Under the Banner of Heaven), Jason Diaz, and Jane Luk. Casting for season two will be announced later.
Jack Bender and Benjamin Cavell added:
“We’ve been so gratified by the response to our first season, which is a testament to the dedication of our fantastic cast and crew. We’re thrilled that Michael Wright and everyone at MGM have enabled us to continue Stephen’s powerful and timely story. From this project’s inception, we’ve felt there would be much more story to tell as our brilliant characters continue to navigate their way through the dangers of the world they’re facing.”
Michael Wright, head of MGM+, said:
“The Institute has thrilled audiences with its distinctive storytelling and exceptional performances that expertly bring the singular voice of Stephen King to the screen. We’re so happy to be able to continue and expand this chilling journey and dive even deeper into the secrets of The Institute in season two.”
If you’d like to dive deeper into the making of the show, check out our Geektown Behind The Scenes podcast, where we go inside The Institute with the cast, writer, and director.
Season 2 of ‘The Institute’ does not yet have a premiere date but will air on MGM+ in the UK. If you want to keep track of this or any other shows, you can add them via our Never Miss system, and you’ll be notified when it gets a UK premiere date. Visit Never Miss.
How to watch MGM+ in the UK:
MGM+ is available in the UK as an add-on channel via Prime Video. You can try it with a 7-day free trial on Amazon, after which it costs £5.99/month.
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