Amazon has given the green light to a second season of its spy thriller “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” but fans are left wondering if the show’s stars, Donald Glover and Maya Erskine, will reprise their roles as the titular couple.
The renewal, announced on May 14, 2024, comes three months after the show’s successful debut in February, with critics and audiences alike praising the blend of spy action, romance, and comedy.
Glover and Erskine’s on-screen chemistry as John and Jane Smith was a particular highlight, with their relationship providing the emotional core of the first season. The pair’s dynamic and playful banter impressed viewers and critics, who praised the fresh take on the spy genre.
However, despite the show’s success, there are now questions over whether the lead stars will return for the second season. Sources close to the production have suggested that Glover and Erskine are not expected to reprise their roles. This has not been officially confirmed, but it is thought that Glover’s busy schedule, including his upcoming “New World Tour” as musical artist Childish Gambino, may be a contributing factor. The tour, running from August 2024 to February 2025, would likely conflict with the production schedule for the new season.
In the lead-up to the show’s debut, Glover and Erskine were heavily involved in the press tour and promotion, with their names and reputations being a key part of the show’s initial draw. With the potential absence of the lead stars, the show’s creators will have a challenge on their hands to maintain the momentum and engage the audience for the second season.
The show’s co-creator, Francesca Sloane, has teased that there are “really cool ideas” in store for the new season, indicating that there is “a lot more story to tell.” She expressed her ambition to surpass the first season, stating their desire to “blow Season 1 out of the water.” This suggests that the creative team is eager to build on the show’s initial success and take the story in an exciting new direction.
One possibility is that the show could adopt an anthology format, introducing a new “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” for the second season. This would allow the creators to explore fresh storylines and characters while maintaining the core concept that made the show a hit.
For now, fans will have to wait for official confirmation on the casting and storyline for the second season. In the meantime, the first season of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” is available to stream on Prime Video.
