Amazon Delays 'Citadel' Season 2 to 2026, Halts Spinoff Development

The global spy franchise faces uncertainty as Amazon MGM expresses dissatisfaction with Season 2 and pauses all related projects following Jennifer Salke's departure.

The release of 'Citadel' Season 2 has been postponed from fall 2025 to spring 2026, reportedly due to Amazon MGM's dissatisfaction with the current state of the show.
All spinoff series, including 'Citadel: Diana' and 'Citadel: Honey Bunny,' are on hold, with some facing potential cancellation as Amazon re-evaluates the franchise's future.
Jennifer Salke, the former head of Amazon MGM Studios and a key proponent of 'Citadel,' abruptly left the company, adding to the project's challenges.
'Citadel' Season 1 faced significant production hurdles, including reshoots and budget overruns, making it one of the most expensive TV series ever produced at $235 million.
While the Italian and Indian spinoffs performed well locally, they failed to achieve global breakout success, raising concerns about the viability of the franchise's ambitious global strategy.

The Hollywood Reporter