Exciting news for Fallout fans – Amazon Prime Video has announced that the popular TV series based on the beloved Bethesda Softworks video game will return for a second season.
The announcement comes just a week after the show’s successful premiere, signaling strong confidence in the series’ ongoing appeal.
Wouldn’t want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
Fans Love the Show
Fallout TV show, which debuted its entire first season on April 10, has quickly become one of the top three most-watched shows on Prime Video. The series has drawn praise for its engaging storytelling and has been particularly well-received by both new viewers and longtime fans of the video game.
Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, expressed delight over the series’ success, stating that it “has exceeded expectations and attracted millions of new fans.”
The Creative Team Returns
We are truly grateful and humbled by the overwhelming love for @falloutonprime.
Working with @kilter_films and @PrimeVideo has been an honor and we’re beyond thrilled by how they brought this amazing world to life. pic.twitter.com/BIDG25FxKC
— Bethesda Game Studios (@BethesdaStudios) April 18, 2024
The show’s return involves the talented team that brought the post-apocalyptic world to life.
Graham Wagner and Showrunners Geneva Robertson-Dworet are back to steer the upcoming season alongside executive producers Jonathan Nolan, Athena Wickham, Lisa Joy, and Todd Howard. James Altman of Bethesda Softworks will also continue his role.
Story Continues in a Ravaged World
Set in a world ravaged by nuclear war, the Fallout TV show has captured audiences with its unique blend of dark humor and thrilling adventure.
The first season followed several intriguing characters, including a gutsy young woman from a fallout shelter who ventures into the dangerous outside world.
Fallout 4 sales shot up 7,500% in Europe last week, sending the game to No.1 in the charts. There are four Fallout games in the Top Ten in total. Bethesda has very successfully capitalised on the launch of the TV show https://t.co/Lda3NQ3nDW
— Christopher Dring (@Chris_Dring) April 18, 2024
Moreover, the success of the TV show has had a notable impact on the Fallout video game franchise as well. Bethesda has reported a significant spike in-game sales and player engagement.
Notably, “Fallout 4” has seen a dramatic increase in sales, climbing back to the top of the charts in Europe. The other titles in the series, such as “Fallout: New Vegas” and “Fallout 3,” have also enjoyed renewed popularity.
New Filming Location
Filming for the second season is set to move to California, taking advantage of $25 million in tax credits offered for the production. This move promises new scenic backdrops for the adventures that await the show’s characters.
What’s Next for the Fallout TV Show?
Fans can expect the next season to go deeper into the surreal and dangerous world of Fallout. The second season of Fallout will surely become another hit with many eager viewers and a skilled creative team ready to deliver more of their compelling vision.
As the production prepares for the next chapter in this riveting saga, viewers can only speculate on what surprises lie in store.
One thing is for sure: the wasteland adventures are far from over, and fans worldwide will eagerly await the return of the Fallout universe.
