You have to admit that periodical dramas are some of the eye-opening genres to exist in Hollywood. You get to see how life was back in the past and admire how far civilization has come. STARZ is not slowing to bring them to our screens as recently they released The Serpent Queen series, and there is no better way of viewing history through a modern lens than in the Serpent series.
The series explores Catherine de Medici’s rise into power while revealing the steps the young girl had to take to pull herself out of the mud. The first season finale signaled a renewal of the periodical drama, and here is everything we know about the show’s second season.
Catherine's story has only just begun. Prepare yourselves for Season 2, #SerpentSquad! #TheSerpentQueen pic.twitter.com/0tQsoHYjVW
— The Serpent Queen (@serpentqueen) October 27, 2022
The Serpent Queen Season 2 Release Date: When will it premiere?
The first season premiered on September 11th, with the pilot episode and the season finale on October 30th. STARZ Channel has officially revealed that fans can expect the premiere of the highly anticipated second season of The Serpent Queen to be on October 29, 2023.
However, in the event of unexpected delays during the filming or production process, its release may be pushed back to as late as July 2024. This news will certainly thrill fans who have been eagerly anticipating the show’s return.
Dive into the heart of the series as we take a thrilling look back at the first season, with a tantalizing glimpse at the review, rating and recap, before delving deeper into Season 2.
The Serpent Queen Season 1 Recap:
The Starz series, The Serpent Queen, chronicles the life of Catherine de’ Medici, who, as a fourteen-year-old teenager, was married into the French Valois court. Her dowry and ability to produce heirs were hugely anticipated, and despite many obstacles, her cunning political strategies allowed her to reign as queen of France for three decades.
Season one delves into Catherine’s journey as a young Italian girl in the French court, navigating her way to power through strategic plotting and violence. In the final episode, Catherine finally solidifies her position as the ruler of France.
The Serpent Queen Season 1 Review:
The Serpent Queen has gained critical acclaim for its top-notch writing, acting, humor, and contemporary elements such as breaking the fourth wall and the use of explicit language. Samantha Morton, who portrays Catherine, dominates the screen and defies the typical characterization of an evil queen. The show is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, ranging from comic relief to heartrending moments, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the next episode.
The series boasts a 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating, with critics praising the show’s witty and ironic approach. Samantha Morton’s commanding portrayal of the main character is sure to captivate audiences.
The Serpent Queen Season 1 Rating:
“The Serpent Queen” Season 1 has garnered critical acclaim, boasting a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Additionally, the show has also resonated with audiences, earning a strong 85% audience score on the platform.
The Serpent Queen Season 2 Plot: What should fans expect?
The historical drama is an adaptation of a novel of the same name by Frieda. It explores the life of Catherine de Medici and her time as a ruler. It tells her story from her time of birth, a child born in Italy but orphaned at a young age. She grows up without parents, and at 14, her uncle, the pope, plans for an arranged marriage.
She gets married to Henry, a man who eventually becomes Kings Henry 11 in 1547 France. Henry, however, dies mysteriously, and Catherine’s firstborn is announced as heir to the throne. She then has to fight through religion to secure her son a spot as the next ruler. We are still determining the season 2 plot of The Serpent Queen, but we are sure it will pick up from where the first season ended.
The Serpent Queen Season 2 Cast: Who will be coming back?
The Serpent Queen series featured some of the most talented personalities we expect to see in the show’s second season. The Golden Globe and BAFTA award-winning actress Samantha Morton acted as the infamous Catharine de Medici. If anything, she is the series protagonist and will therefore be available in the second season, ruling as fiercely as she did.
She will also be joined by Amrita Acharia, who stars as Aabis, and Senna Nanua. Liv Hill, Charles Dance, Ludivine Sagnier, Colm Meaney, Kiruna Stamell, Barry Atsma, Alex Heath, Enzo Cilenti.
The Serpent Queen Season 2 Trailer: When will it be out?
Unfortunately, The Serpent Queen’s second season trailer is yet to be released, and it will not be out anytime soon. The show was released only recently, and it will take time before we get to see the show’s second season. If you did not watch the show’s first season, you should do so on STARZ. If you did, Netflix has other period drama shows like The Empress that you may want to check out.
