Creepy Danish series The Chestnut Man is back with a second season, dubbed Hide and Seek. While the mystery is just as engaging as fans expect, it’s also the kind of follow-up likely to divide audiences thanks to a shocking twist.
After two weeks in the Netflix global top 10, the show is still drawing in viewers, with both seasons currently charting on the platform. Is a third one in the cards? Here’s what we know so far.
The Chestnut Man Season 3 Release Date
At the time of writing, Netflix hasn’t released any official news about a potential The Chestnut Man season 3. Nothing is set in stone, as the platform often waits a while to assess viewership before renewing series.
The show is based on The Chestnut Man books by Søren Sveistrup, who recently confirmed on Instagram that he’s working on a new story.
That said, the show takes a turn midway through season 2, which deviates from the source material. If the show continues, it will have to reinvent itself. For now, all we can do is wait and see.
As long as Netflix gives the green light, new episodes could arrive in a few years.
The Chestnut Man Cast
- Mikkel Boe Følsgaard as Mark Hess
- Danica Curcic as Naia Thulin
- David Dencik as Simon Genz
- Lars Ranthe as Nylander
- Iben Dorner as Rosa Hartung
- Liva Forsberg as Le Thulin
- Sofie Gråbøl as Marie Holst
- Katinka Lærke Petersen as Sandra Lindstrøm
What Is The Chestnut Man About?
Set in Copenhagen, The Chestnut Man follows detectives Naia Thulin and Mark Hess as they investigate complex cases.
In season 1, they’re looking into a string of gruesome murders linked by eerie little figurines made from chestnuts and matchsticks. The investigation becomes even more disturbing when evidence connects the murders to a young girl believed dead for a year.
Season 2, subtitled Hide and Seek, reunites Thulin and Hess for another serial killer case. This time around, the murders revolve around a hide-and-seek rhyme sent to victims before they disappear. The investigation once again connects to the unresolved murder of a girl killed years earlier.
By the time the finale wraps up, viewers get answers about the case. However, the relationship between the detectives is a big part of the plot, and the twist halfway through will severely impact a potential The Chestnut Man season 3. If the show gets renewed, it will not only follow a new investigation but also rework its basic premise.
Are There Other Shows Like The Chestnut Man?
If you like The Chestnut Man, check out some of the other mystery/suspense series available on Netflix. Recent additions include Berlin and the Lady with an Ermine, Legends, Nemesis, Man on Fire, Bandi, and Detective Hole.
