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Mr. & Mrs. Smith Season 2 Put on Indefinite Hold Over Casting Snags

Unresolved casting deals have stalled the Los Angeles shift under a California tax credit, putting the timeline in doubt.

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Overview

  • Deadline reported that production is paused indefinitely, with a spokesperson saying deals for the new season have not closed and Prime Video offering no substantive update.
  • Season 2 was set to pivot to new leads Mark Eydelshteyn and Sophie Thatcher, with additional guest roles rumored, but casting agreements remain unsettled.
  • Sources say co-producer New Regency hopes to begin pre-production late this year and start filming in 2026, contingent on negotiations being resolved.
  • Amazon MGM Studios previously secured a $22.4 million California tax credit to relocate production from New York to Los Angeles, shaping plans for the next season.
  • Co-creator Francesca Sloane has taken on writing duties for Big Little Lies Season 3 at HBO, a commitment that could affect her availability for the series.