Will there be an American Primeval Season 2? Here is what the show’s director had to say about it.
American Primeval is a Netflix series set in the unforgiving American West of 1857. The show follows a mother and son on the run from their past as they fight for survival, form a found family, and face off against a brutal frontier. Created by Mark L. Smith and directed by Peter Berg, the first season also stars Taylor Kitsch, Betty Gilpin, and Dane DeHaan. With the conclusion of Season 1, you may be wondering what’s going to happen next. Read on for everything to know so far about the American Primeval Season 2 release date and details.
American Primeval Season 2 release date
According to director Berg, it's unlikely that there will be an American Primeval Season 2. In an interview, he explained that one of the challenges is the significant time jump needed due to actor Preston's growth during the production pause caused by the strike. However, while continuing the story of Sara, Devin, and Two Moons may not be possible, Berg did describe the idea of exploring the past as "really interesting."
"Well, one of the challenges there is that Shawnee and Preston, the actors that played Two Moons and Devin, we had enough trouble because the strike got us," Berg told The Hollywood Reporter.
He continued, "We had to shut down for five months, and Preston went full puberty on us and gained three inches [in height] and his voice dropped and he started having hair on his face. It would be a real big time jump to keep that crew going, but the idea of looking backwards is really interesting to me."
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Will there be an American Primeval Season 2?
In another interview, this time with Decider, Berg suggested that a second season of American Primeval could happen if Indigenous consultant Julie O’Keefe makes a return. In that interview, however, O'Keefe said that she would be willing to come back as long as she won't have to wear ice cleats again.
In short, while Netflix hasn’t confirmed a renewal at the time of publishing this article, Berg expressed interest in exploring the American Primeval story — with the above conditions.
"You know, after we wrapped and I looked at all the actors — the ones that were still alive — I felt such affection for them," Berg told the Decider. "And I do think there are many ways that we could go."
American Primeval release date
For now, folks can enjoy rewatching or introducing others to the first season of American Primeval, which was released on January 9, 2025. When the show arrived on Netflix, it featured a total of six episodes.
American Primeval episodes
Below are all of the American Primeval episodes, their duration, plus every episode summary — as provided by Netflix.
Episode Number | Duration | Episode Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 minutes | At a desolate outpost, Sara and her son Devin forge new connections while searching for a guide to help them navigate treacherous trails further west. |
| 2 | 64 minutes | A frightening encounter takes Sara's party by surprise. A deeply wounded Jacob forms a posse to find Abish. Isaac reconnects with his past. |
| 3 | 52 minutes | Following a lead, Jacob joins a bounty hunter's search. Brigham Young rides into Fort Bridger. Sara, Devin and Isaac come face-to-face with evil. |
| 4 | 49 minutes | Red Feather vows to fight, Jacob acts on his suspicions and Abish receives shocking news. En route to Crooks Springs, the elements intensify. |
| 5 | 37 minutes | As Devin's leg worsens, Sara faces a terrifying choice. Brigham Young makes Bridger an offer. Abish delivers a stark warning to the Shoshone. |
| 6 | 53 minutes | Ignoring the danger, Isaac sets out to rescue Sara. Jacob's search for Abish comes to an end. Bridger celebrates before saying goodbye. |
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