‘Brave New World,’ NBC’s long-awaited television version of Aldous Huxley’s eponymous 1932 dystopian novel, was released on Peacock, NBC’s streaming service, in July 2020. Both critics and viewers had varied reactions to the premiere of the science fiction series centered on the citizens of the utopian New London civilization.
Many viewers of the dystopian series praised it for its excellent acting, well-choreographed orgy sequences, professional-quality set design, and well-thought-out scenario. After the first season, viewers are probably anxious for news about season two. Everything you wanted to know about season 2 of “Brave New World” is right here!
Brave New World Season 2 Release Date
The first season of Brave New World was met with widespread acclaim, thus season two was naturally in the works. The forthcoming season of a popular show has everyone wondering what will happen. But they could be setting themselves up for disappointment.
Season One of Brave New World was relatively uncomplicated because to its rock-solid foundation (its cast and writers) and its source material (a best-selling novel). Due to the lack of available Aldous Huxley novels, it would be impossible to produce a second season that would live up to the high standards set by the first.
Brave New World Storyline
The plot revolves around John, a flawed man who moves from the Savage Lands to New London, where people are encouraged to live or serve an anti-monogamous, anti-solipsistic, hedonistic lifestyle. His mom helps them get away, but she gets killed trying. John’s subversive influence infects and finally destroys New London society by upsetting its people’s acceptance of its morally problematic caste system, and all the while she hopes for a better life for her son. In the wake of this, John’s ex-girlfriend Lenina is promoted to make New London more “savage,” while his ex-best friend Bernard, who is now the embodiment of the New London AI Indra, is free to try to make life in the Savage Lands a little less “savage” for the people who live there.
Brave New World Cast
- Alden Ehrenreich as John the Savage
- Jessica Brown Findlay as Lenina Crowne, a technician who works at the Hatchery. She is a B+ who is a patient of Bernard.
- Harry Lloyd as Bernard Marx, an A+ who works as a counselor
- Kylie Bunbury as Frannie Crowne, a close friend to Lenina
- Nina Sosanya as Mustafa Mond
- Joseph Morgan as CJack60/Elliott
- Sen Mitsuji as Henry Foster
- Nicholle Hembra as Alpha Female
- Hannah John-Kamen as Wilhelmina “Helm” Watson
- Demi Moore as Linda, John’s mother who lives in The Savage Lands in a house with her son
- Jimmy Winch as Young John the Savage
- Ed Stoppard as the Director of Stability
Brave New World Season 2 Plot
There’s a huge cliffhanger at the end of season one. Henry Foster is brutally murdered in the climax, and Mustafa Mond claims responsibility for his death because she brought him to New London. Meanwhile, CJack60 and his people see John as the revolutionary ruler of the Epsilon class. They think that, with John at the helm, they can finally destroy all forms of social stratification. Bernard holds John responsible for the destruction of New London during the anarchist insurrection. John is seen to be residing in a run-down city townhouse, while Lenina is appointed to the position of Director of Stability.
Season 2 will begin precisely where Season 1 left off. It could provide further insight into the Epsilon’s use of class warfare to win independence from their rulers. Eventually, John and Lenin will get back together, but it won’t be without violence. Since Bernard holds John accountable for the system’s downfall, he may devise a strategy to bring him down. Possible themes for season two include the dangers of mass population and chemical manipulation.
Brave New World Season 2 Trailer
Without an official trailer or teaser for Season 2, we recommend revisiting the Season 1 trailer in the meantime. Its plot is summarized briefly for your convenience. Watch the first season preview below!
Brave New World Season 2 Parental Guide
This drama series contains explicit content, so parents should be aware. There are also several characters that use foul language and scenes of gun violence. Drugs, such as tablets, are used by individuals all over the world to regulate their emotions, but they shouldn’t be used by children.