For all the fans who are wondering whether The Other Two Season 2 would happen or not, we have a piece of good news for you. The Other Two Season 2 is happening. However, there is a slight change in the release pattern. The American comedy series that first released in 2019 became an instant hit. The show follows two millennial siblings who must adjust to the overnight fame their 13-year-old brother got. Now that we know that a second season is happening, what are the changes happening? Keeping reading to find out all about it-
Other Two Season 2 Moves to HBO Max
Back in August 2020, HBO Max announced that they have picked The Other Two for season 2 and beyond. The shows will now air as “Max Originals.” The first season of Other Two released on Comedy Central in 2019 and this season will release on HBO Max sometime in 2021. The second season will then air on HBO Max exclusively. This decision comes as Comedy Central is shifting its original programming strategy to more of adult animation. Also, HBO Max and Comedy Central Productions are coming into a new partnership.
In a statement, Michael Quigley, EVP Content Acquisions at WarnerMedia says that The Other Two is a ground-breaking and a hilarious program that have cultural touchstones. They are very excited about bringing this diverse group of comedic voices on their platform. He says that they know their audience will want to watch this show again and again. Quigley says that they are thinking strategically about the fans first and bringing this series to the portfolio will allow them to bring standout comedies to the viewers on HBO Max.
Creators Reveal Plot Details
The story for The Other Two focuses on two siblings and their emotional battle when their 13-year-old brother acquires sudden fame. The show, ‘The Other Two’ revolves around Cary, a wannabe gay actor, and his sister Brooke who is a former professional dance. The two of them are trying to find their place in the world where their youngest brother- Chase suddenly becomes famous. The first season ended with not just these siblings but their whole family adjusting to Chase’s fame. ‘The Other Two Season 2 will pick up where the first season left.
In an interview with Deadline, Sarah Schneider and Chris Kelly reveal that the upcoming The Other Two Season 2 will dig deeper into Molly Shannon’s character. Schneider says that season 2 would explore Shannon’s character as she gets in the spotlight that will affect her children. Shannon plays the character of the mom who is not only happy that her child has become famous but she herself is set to becoming popular.
The creators say that they are “Very Excited” to be working on this storyline. They are excited to see how this storyline impacts the whole family. They want to ask the question that if their mom is also famous, how would they feel and react about all of it. Kelly says that the two of them had fun not only working on satirizing the internet starts but also exploring the issues with them. He says that they like being funny. Kelly says that they want to write stories about the characters one can relate to.
The release date for the upcoming The Other Two Season 2 isn’t out yet. We will keep you updated with all the information about the show as it surfaces. So, you stay tuned.