Netflix Renews “Untamed” for Season 2
Netflix has officially renewed the hit drama series “Untamed” for a second season, as reported exclusively by Variety. Originally announced as a limited series, the show set within Yosemite National Park garnered strong ratings and critical acclaim upon its premiere on July 17, prompting a quick renewal.
The series is described as a character-driven mystery thriller following National Parks Service special agent Kyle Turner, portrayed by Eric Bana, as he enforces human law in the wilderness of nature. The first season also featured a talented cast including Sam Neill, Rosemarie DeWitt, Lily Santiago, Wilson Bethel, Raoul Max Trujillo, William Smillie, Joe Holt, and Josh Randall.
Lead actor Eric Bana expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, stating, “I am absolutely thrilled that we get the chance to bring another season of ‘Untamed’ to life. The response to season 1 has been a testament to the incredible effort by our crew to deliver something truly unique. I can’t wait to take Kyle on his next journey. Massive thanks to Netflix, John Wells Productions, Warner Bros. Television, and our fans.”
“Untamed” debuted at number one on the Netflix global Top 10 English language shows chart during its first week of release, with an impressive 24.6 million views. The show’s success continued to soar, surpassing its competitors in viewership. Critics also praised the series, with a solid 80% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviewer Aramide Tinubu from Variety commended the show for its unique narrative and stunning backdrop of Yosemite National Park.
The show is helmed by showrunners Mark L. Smith and Elle Smith, who also serve as executive producers alongside Bana, John Wells, Erin Jontow, Todd Black, Tony Shaw, Steve Lee Jones, and Cliff Roberts. Warner Bros. Television is the studio behind the production.
Fans can anticipate more thrilling adventures and captivating mysteries in the upcoming season of “Untamed,” as the series continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting show!
