Now that Wayne season 1 has ended, fans are awaiting the renewal news of season 2. Will Wayne be cancelled or renewed for its second edition? When does it start airing on Amazon Prime? Come along, let’s find out!’
What Is Wayne About?
Wayne is about a 16 y/o Dirty Harry, who along with his new friend, Del, sets out on a small two-stroke road bike from Boston to Florida. After the demise of his father from cancer, they set out on this mission to get back the shit-hot 79′ Trans-Am that was stolen from his father. The last episode of the series was released on January 16, 2019, in the US.
Will there be a Season 2 of Wayne?
Wayne season 1 was released on YouTube premium. The show about a teenage boy (Mark McKenna) driving cross-country from Brockton to Florida to get back his father’s stolen Pontiac Trans-Am became an instant success! It amassed millions of views on YouTube and critical acclaim. Despite being a cult favourite, Wayne faced the brunt of the streaming wars when YouTube decided to cut back on investing in original programming just months after it aired.
The show wasn’t officially cancelled by YouTube. Co-writer Rhett Reese explained it on Twitter back in 2019: “Wayne wasn’t cancelled, per se. Rather, its network was cancelled.” Thus, the show then moved to Prime Videos in November 2020. Though it was passed over to Amazon, that doesn’t imply there would be a second season. It still hasn’t officially been renewed yet. But again it’s not out of the realm of possibility.
According to sources, it’s come to notice that the cast and team behind the series are really pushing for another season. When the show was released on Amazon, the showrunner and stars posted on their respective social media handles and encouraged viewership. They said if the show gets more views on Amazon Prime, the streamer might wanna greenlight season 2. Meaning, if the show’s a success on Amazon, there’s a possibility that season 2 may happen. Besides, Co-writer Rhett Reese told Complex in December 2020 that the team behind Wayne got “good feedback from Amazon,” so the possibility is there.
Wayne Season 2 Release Date
Wayne was a part of YouTube’s strategy to produce original material in order to take on the likes of Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. But, it was a failure, and YouTube chose to discontinue funding the original content.
November 6, 2020 saw the release of Wayne Season 1 on Amazon Prime Video. The fans were greatly relieved because they had been expecting the streamer to renew the show for a second season.
To be clear, there is currently no official news regarding the renewal of the series. Although “Wayne” hasn’t been formally renewed by Amazon for a second season yet, the programme hasn’t been cancelled either.
In an interview, Shawn Simmons, the creator, alluded to and speculated about having great plans for Wayne.
The show’s creators are determined to see the second season through to completion. Shawn Simmons, the showrunner, and actors Mark McKenna and Ciara Bravo asked for followers on social media when the show debuted on Amazon, implying that if the streamer gets a following there, they may renew the programme.
According to showrunner Shawn Simmons, who spoke with Screenrant, he has already written the first episode of the second season and has the full season planned. If Amazon decides to renew the series, it appears that the writers will have little more than a few months to finish their work before beginning production.
The lead actors spent 2021 and 2022 working on different projects. Specifically, Mark McKenna worked on the Peacock original series “One of Us is Lying.” October 2021 saw the premiere of the first season of the show, while October 2022 saw the premiere of the second season. After two seasons, the show was canceled in January 2023.
Regarding Wayne’s second-season extension, there has been no news as of early february 2024. As a result, the release date cannot be anticipated. Do watch out for more updates!
What is the expected storyline of Wayne season 2?
Wayne begins in the current day in Brockton, Massachusetts. Wayne, a 16-year-old from Brockton, Massachusetts, is variously described. Some could describe him as a danger or a psychopath. He may be described by others as pleasant, having a little distorted sense of justice, or simply needing someone to connect with him. The sharp contrast results from Wayne’s motivation to punish those who harm the people he cares about. How are you injured now? Let’s assume the youngster was willing to torch his house, including his deceased father. What would he be willing to do to an unknown person?
However, Wayne’s trip is sparked by the realization that his father is deceased. He was close to his father, who, incidentally, mentioned a car he wanted Wayne to have before he passed away. The automobile had been removed when Wayne’s mother, Maureen, abandoned him, his older brother, and Wayne’s father 11 years prior. Since Wayne has nothing to do in Brockton and the automobile is now thought to be in Florida, he makes his way south. He travels on this adventure with a companion, though. Del, who is actually Delilah, a young girl, travels with Wayne despite having only recently met him.
Other people are motivated to join their adventure as a result, though not always in Wayne’s favor. Wayne is pursued by two police officers, Jay and Sgt. Geller, for setting a fire, and Del’s father, Bobby, pursues Wayne as well because he believes Wayne kidnapped Del. Last but not least, there is Tom Cole, the principal of Wayne’s high school, who is prodded into action by Orlando, the closest thing to a buddy Wayne has and who hires Wayne to serve as his bodyguard.
Given Wayne’s dark humor and gritty realism, will season 2 happen? 2024 Latest updates
The series Wayne’s dark humor, gritty realism, and superb performances have won over critics and fans. With one of the highest Amazon Original viewerships of 2019, the show has been a commercial success. The show’s creator, Shawn Simmons, and the actors, including Mark McKenna and Jada Pinkett Smith, have shown interest in a second season. However, some circumstances could delay or prohibit the renewal of Wayne Season 2. After two seasons, the show was canceled in January 2023.
Who in the cast might be back?
Find the cast of Wayne Season 2 below:
- Del’s father, played by Dean Winters,
- Del’s brothers Carl and Teddy (twins Jon and Jamie Champagne), the few looking out for Wayne,
- Principal Cole (Mike O’Malley)
- Cole’s friend Orlando (Joshua J. Williams),
- Officer Jay (James Earl)
- Sgt. Stephen Geller (Stephen Kearin).
- Wayne’s adversaries down in Ocala like Reggie (Francesco Antonio),
- His stepfather Calvin (Kirk Ward),
- His mother (Michaela Watkins), and so on.
Where to watch Wayne season 2?
Watch the series on Amazon Prime Video!
Is Wayne season 2 returning in 2023?
As of february 2024, Wayne is yet to be renewed for season 2. After two seasons, the show was canceled in January 2023. That’s right, the makers haven’t officially greenlit the series for the second season. However, we expect the renewal announcements to be made sooner. Stay connected with us for as soon as any new updates are made, we will announce it here!
How many episodes could there be in season 2?
The previous season of Wayne had a total of 10 episodes. Thus, if the makers decide to follow a similar pattern, the second season may also comprise 10 episodes. However, there hasn’t been an official update yet.
Wayne ratings: Is the show worth watching?
The series Wayne received an IMDb rating of 8.4/10 from 14K votes. On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the show holds a 100% approval rating with an average rating of 8/10 based on 13 reviews. The website’s critical consensus reads, “The most thoughtfully violent series you’ll see all year, Wayne is a home run.” Hence, it’s definitely worth watching!
