Family business dramas are steadily rising in popularity, and Netflix is well aware of the trend. On September 20, the streamer debuted “Blood Legacy,” a 20-episode South African series that dives into the shadowy secrets of the region’s sugar industry.
The story centers on the Ndlovu family, owners of Spear Industries, a multi-billion-dollar sugar corporation. The narrative kicks off with the discovery of the lifeless body of the family’s patriarch and company CEO, sparking an intense power struggle among his children: Khanyi Adesina, Mandla Ndlovu, and Siya Ndlovu.
Viewers who have already binge-watched the show are eagerly anticipating more and wondering if a second season is on the horizon. Here’s what we know so far—spoiler alert ahead!
Will there be a second season of ‘Blood Legacy’ on Netflix?
Social media buzz around “Blood Legacy” has been overwhelmingly positive, with praise for various aspects of the show. However, one sentiment is universal: the Season 1 finale cannot be the end of the Ndlovu family’s story! And the affirmation is absolutely right. The last episode leaves more storylines unresolved than tied up, and Khanyi Adesina’s arrest, followed by her cryptic final words before the screen fades to black, is a clear indication that the narrative is far from over.
Plus, given the success of other South African productions on the platform, it’s reasonable to expect a continuation. Popular series like “Savage Beauty,” “Kings of Jo’burg,” and “Blood & Water” have all been renewed for at least a second part, with the latter already running for four installments. If “Blood Legacy” garners similar viewership, a second season seems highly likely.
Another hopeful sign is the title’s strong inspiration in Netflix’s Mexican series “Monarca,” which needed two parts to reach a satisfying conclusion. Considering this, again, the chances of a continuation for the Ndlovu family drama are very positive. So, when could we expect it to hit the streamer?
Historically, when a South African Netflix series performs exceptionally well, the entertainment company hasn’t hesitated to greenlight and release subsequent seasons on an annual basis. For productions with slightly less viewership, the gap between installments has been up to two or three years. Let’s hope “Blood Legacy” follows the first path, so we can see its development in 2025!
