If there’s one thing that should be obvious by now, it’s that short mystery thrillers fare well on Netflix. The Survivors proves that point once again.
Based on Jane Harper’s book of the same name, the Australian series reached the streaming service’s top 10 in 76 countries this week. It also has a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score, with critics praising it for the acting performances and heavy themes.
The fact that it delivers a few unexpected twists doesn’t hurt either. But are we getting more?
The Survivors Season 2 Release Date
The Survivors is advertised as a limited series. In other words, these six episodes are likely all there is.
That said, Netflix has been known to renew limited series in the past, as long as viewers are interested. If that turns out to be the case, The Survivors season 2 might arrive in a couple of years, sometime in 2027.
The Survivors Cast
- Charlie Vickers as Kieran Elliott
- Yerin Ha as Mia Chang
- Shannon Berry as Bronte
- Robyn Malcolm as Verity Elliott
- Damien Garvey as Brian Elliott
- Catherine McClements as Trish
- Don Hany as George Barlin
What Could Happen in The Survivors Season 2?
The Survivors revolves around Kieran, who returns to his small coastal town after a long absence. When he was young, he survived a devastating storm that claimed the lives of several teenagers, including his brother.
Kieran is joined by his partner Mia and their infant daughter. Still haunted by guilt and grief, he tries to reconnect with his ailing father and estranged mother. However, when a young woman is found murdered shortly after his arrival, the tight-knit community is forced to revisit the past and confront their trauma.
As The Survivors progresses, it skillfully intertwines the present-day investigation with past events. Viewers can see how each character coped with the previous tragedy, with some faring better than others. By the end of the show’s six-episode run, the audience gets answers, and justice is served. There’s also a sense of finality, as the community lays its ghosts to rest.
While The Survivors season 2 is unlikely, it could potentially follow Kieran and Mia as they rebuild their life in the coastal town. A fresh incident could once again push the community to its limits and continue the show’s thoughtful exploration of grief.
Are There Other Shows Like The Survivors?
If you like The Survivors, there are plenty of other great mystery series to keep you busy. You might want to check out The Åre Murders, Mare of Easttown, The Chestnut Man, Broadchurch, Top of the Lake, Secrets We Keep, or A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.
