Will ‘1899’ Have a Season 2?

If you started 1899 expecting a fun drama about a bunch of migrants traveling to America, you’re in for a rude awakening. Netflix’s latest series from Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar is just as tense and mind-bending as the duo’s other series, Dark. Only this time around, we’ve replaced the German countryside with the cruel, uncaring depths of the ocean.

1899 is the kind of show that will make you scream “What!?” at the end of every episode. So if you’ve already finished this historical thriller, we know you’re dying to watch more. Here’s everything we know so far about the future of 1899 on Netflix.

Will There Be a Season 2 of 1899?

It’s too early to tell. Typically, Netflix waits a couple of weeks before announcing whether it will renew one of its originals. But if enough viewers press play on this one, chances are high there will be more episodes.

1899 comes from creators Jantje Friese and Baran bo Odar. Not only do the creative duo already have a hit Netflix show thanks to the three-season Dark, but they also have a deal with the streaming giant. In 2018, Netflix cemented its pact with the pair, marking its first overall deal in Europe. That deal paired with 1899’s hefty budget, which makes it the most expensive German series to date, indicates that Netflix is confident in this new original. And confidence typically translates into additional seasons.

When Will 1899 Season 2 Premiere?

Let’s assume that Season 2 does happen. When could we expect it? After facing delays, filming for Season 1 started in May of 2021. It then wrapped in November of 2021, and this first season premiered a year later in 2022. Based on this timeline, it seems like it takes about two years to make a season of 1899, which makes sense when you consider this series’ stunning visual effects. If another season does happen, we can likely expect to see it in 2024 or 2025.

What Could Happen in 1899 Season 2?

Netflix may be uncertain about 1899‘s future, but it’s clear that Friese and bo Odar are ready to further this story. Heads up, there are some spoilers ahead.

Season 1 ended with Maura (Emily Beecham) waking up not on sea but in space. It turns out that the Kerberos was a simulation all along. Even more confusing, it was one that she herself developed to cope with her own grief. Basically, if Maura has any hope of saving these passengers from this simulated nightmare, she’s going to have to confront her brother. And Season 1 ended with an ominous message from that very sibling. We’ve already explained Season 1’s finale in more detail, but suffice it to say there is more of this story to tell.