After Season 1 Heartbreak, 'Our Flag Means Death' Delivers Emotional Reunion and Expanded Scope in Season 2

Season 2 focuses on the aftermath of Stede and Blackbeard's separation, with Stede searching for Blackbeard while he descends into darkness.
The show expands its world, introducing new characters like the Chinese pirate queen Zheng Yi Sao and Prince Ricky Barnes.
Stede appears as a merman in a pivotal underwater reunion scene with Blackbeard set to Kate Bush's "This Woman's Work."
Production moved to New Zealand, utilizing expertise and resources from Avatar and Lord of the Rings for ambitious scenes.
The new season strikes a balance between comedy, romance, drama, and darker themes as it explores the characters' relationships.