Overview

• MGM+ ordered eight new episodes for the second season of the King adaptation.
• Stephen King announced the renewal on X two days before the first season’s finale.
• The streamer said the series delivered its best‑ever premiere, pointing to strong audience engagement.
• Showrunner Benjamin Cavell and director Jack Bender said they’re eager to continue the story after the season’s reception.
• Casting and a premiere date for season two are not set, with Season 1 streaming on MGM+ in multiple countries and Amazon MGM Studios distributing elsewhere.