The Best New Netflix Series Gets Season 2 Order
Netflix has officially renewed The Vince Staples Show for Season 2. The series, which stars the titular rapper, debuted to massive critical acclaim back in February, though low viewership numbers made fans hesitant to hold out hope for additional seasons. Now, it seems that Netflix is continuing to strengthen its business relationship with the beloved hip-hop icon, with new episodes coming very soon.
2024 Has Been Vince Staples’ Year
2024 has already been a huge year for Vince Staples, who released his latest studio album, Dark Times, one week ago. The album served as Staples’ final effort with Def Jam, concluding his contractual obligation to the label and making him something of a free agent for the first time in his career. Now that The Vince Staples Show has been confirmed for Season 2, it seems that the North Long Beach rapper has the clearance to venture into a wide array of other creative endeavors.
Vince Staples Thanks The Fans
In a statement to the press, Vince Staples said, “The people have spoken, and the most riveting, captivating, and polarizing show on Netflix is returning for Season 2. Get ready for hijinks that only a mother can love. Thank you, Netflix!” Likewise, Netflix Head of Comedy Tracey Pakosta expressed joy at continuing to work with Staples, as his trademark blend of seemingly effortless comedy and masterful artistry makes him an ideal candidate for a long-lasting partnership with the streamer.
Staples’ Humor Has Defined His Career
Specifically, Pakosta explained, “Vince has already established himself as one of the most talented young musicians today and we’re really excited about how his sensibility – and sense of humor – will translate into a unique comedy series.”
Vince Staples’ sense of humor has been a defining trait of his work since he first came on the scene, with many of his interviews and speaking engagements going viral due to his side-splitting takes on the craziness of modern life. While there’s no timeline just yet regarding the release of The Vince Staples Show Season 2, fans can anticipate a litany of fresh new ideas.
Started The Series Himself
Long before Vince Staples managed to get Season 2 greenlit, he attempted to launch The Vince Staples Show independently via Youtube. Back in 2019, a few brief installments in the series were shared directly through Staples’ official YouTube page, with each episode used to promote a new song. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic halted the show and left many fans under the impression that the project had been scrapped entirely.
A Hit With The Critics
Luckily, this wasn’t the case, and new fully-realized episodes of The Vince Staples Show finally came to Netflix over four years later. The first season of The Vince Staples Show is excellent and maintains major critical acclaim, though it clocks in at only five episodes, so hopefully, Season 2 will be a bit longer. The series currently holds a Rotten Tomatoes critic score of 94 percent, so Netflix likely has all the assurance they need to back the show with all the financial assets Staples’ desires.
No Timetable Yet For Season 2
If you’re looking for an absurdist series to fill the Atlanta-sized hole in your heart, The Vince Staples Show is a hilarious look at the upside-down world of Vince Staples’ Long Beach, choc full of off-the-wall set-pieces. Though only five full-length episodes are currently available, the show clearly prioritizes a quality over quantity approach. The first season of The Vince Staples Show is currently available to stream on Netflix, while Season 2 will likely arrive sometime in early 2025.
