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Prime Video's Fallout: Will the sci-fi adaptation have a second season?

Prime Video acquired the rights to produce one of the most highly anticipated adaptations, that of the iconic video game Fallout. Here, check if the series starring Ella Purnell will have a second season.

Ella Purnell in Fallout.
© IMDbElla Purnell in Fallout.

After the long-awaited arrival of the “Fallout” adaptation, the series has become one of the most-watched on the platform, currently ranking as No. 1 in the catalog, both worldwide and in the United States.

Prime Video‘s new TV show has trended again this morning, as the platform confirmed the fate of the science fiction drama, whether it will have a second season or if we have already witnessed the finale.

The success of the video game-based series has ensured its continuity, and there is still a long way to go, so new episodes will be coming, likely at some point in 2025. Here, check out all you need to know about the new release…

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Will Fallout get a second season on Prime Video?

Confirmed, fans! Fallout will have a second season on Prime Video, so the actors who brought the main characters to life will return for another batch of episodes filled with adventure, drama and action.

Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, announced the news and expressed her enthusiasm for the continuation, highlighting the success the TV show has had with both new and old viewers.

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“Jonah Nolan, Lisa Joy, Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner have captivated the world with this innovative and wild show”, she assured in a statement announcing the recent renewal.

Filming for the second part will take place in California, especially to take advantage of $25 million in tax credits. This has led many to speculate about the possible direction of the story.

Apparently, it could be set in New Vegas, as seen in the games. The show’s creators, Nolan and Joy, also expressed their gratitude and said, “We can’t wait to blow up the world again“.

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How popular was the Fallout video game?

The first game in the series, “Fallout”, was released in 1997, and since then has led to several additional titles that have been very popular in the video game industry, as well as a live-action adaptation.

Undoubtedly, it has been one of the most popular games to date. At the time of its release, it was widely praised for its rich narrative, player choice affecting the game world, and unique atmosphere.

Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins and Aaron Moten in Fallout. (Source: Prime Video)

Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins and Aaron Moten in Fallout. (Source: Prime Video)

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Moreover, it was a commercial success and has won numerous awards. The franchise has built a dedicated fan base and remains one of the most influential game series in the role-playing and open-world genres.

The story is set in an alternative post-apocalyptic world, diverging from our timeline after a global nuclear war in the year 2077. There, players explore a landscape devastated by radiation, where survivors struggle to survive in a hostile environment full of dangers and mutant creatures.

Ariadna is a versatile journalist who covers a broad spectrum of sports topics and creates evergreen content. Her career in journalism began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, where she honed her skills in writing and reporting. In 2023, she expanded her repertoire by contributing to Spoiler Latinoamerica, where she created general culture content, before joining Spoiler US in 2024 to write entertainment pieces. With over four years of experience across different media outlets, Ariadna brings a wealth of knowledge and an expanding influence to the field of journalism.

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