‘Somebody Somewhere‘ is a comedy-drama series with the theme of love, loss, self-acceptance, and healing. Will Somebody Somewhere season 2 return? Let’s find out!
Created by Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen, this film follows Sam as she grapples with the death of her sister, Holly. Moreover, she feels isolated after returning to her hometown after a few years and hesitates to socialize and open up. But when she befriends Joel, she becomes acquainted with a unique group of people who encourage her to continue her passion for singing. Soon, Sam gets the courage to accept herself and begins to find her place in the world.
Fans love this show for its fun concept, small-town crime-related depiction, and heartfelt performance from the cast. The honesty of the characters adds to the charm of the show. So, everyone wants to know when they will get to see the bunch of adorable freaks again. To answer everyone’s curiosity, here’s everything we know about ‘Somebody Somewhere’ season 2.
Somebody Somewhere Season 2: Potential Release Date
‘Somebody Somewhere’ season 1 premieres on January 16, 2022, on HBO. It ended on February 27, 2022, with a total of six episodes and a runtime of 24-30 minutes each. here’s what we can tell you about the second season.
Thankfully, in February 2022, the network officially announced that the show will be renewed for a second season. Amy Gravitt, HBO’s executive vice president of programming praised the cast and crew and stated that it was great to see how the magic they created on screen touched audiences. She further shared the news update and said, “We are delighted to have Hannah and Paul remind us all of where we came from in another season of ‘Somebody Somewhere.’
With the confirmation of season 2, there is a high possibility that season 2 will be released in the coming months. How long fans have to wait for the next show depends on the production schedule planned by the makers and the availability of cast and crew. If all goes well, ‘Somebody Somewhere’ season 2 is expected to arrive in Q1 2023.
Somebody Somewhere Season 2: Expected Cast
Season 2 will see the return of Bridgett Everett as protagonist Sam, and Jeff Hiller as his co-worker and best friend Joel. Mary Catherine Garrison is also expected to reprise the role of Sam’s sister, Tricia and Mike Hagerty will appear as their father Ed.
Other likely returning cast members include Murray Hill (Fred), Jane Drake Brody (Mary Jo), Jon Hudson Odom (Michael), Danny McCarthy (Rick), Heidi Johanningmeir (Charity), and Mercedes White (Tiffani). Apart from them, the introduction of new characters could add some fresh faces to the cast members.
Somebody Somewhere Season 2: Expected Plot
In her debut season, viewers are introduced to Sam, a middle-aged woman who is having trouble adjusting back to her hometown after the death of her sister. Things weren’t so good for her at home either. She had a strained relationship with her other sister Tricia and her mother Mary Jo, who relapsed into alcoholism. While having a hard time at work, Sam connects with her co-worker Joel and they become best friends. He introduces her to the “choir” group, which is like a community for those who feel like outsiders in society. Soon, Sam begins to open up in their warm and cheerful presence and is motivated to face life’s woes head-on.
Sam’s newfound confidence is further heightened when she returns to her long-lost passion for singing and she finds a sense of belonging with her friends. However, problems escalate when Mary Jo is sent to rehab and Sam’s father, Ed, struggles to manage finances. On the other hand, Sam helps Tricia deal with her husband Rick’s affair with his business partner, Charity. As the season ends, the choir group falls into danger because of the church’s attention to their activities. Besides, even after Sam and Tricia had taught him a lesson, Charity was bothering them again. Meanwhile, Joel decides to pursue his dream and begins a serious relationship with Michael.
Then, Sam takes charge of her life and motivates her friends as they all look for a new space for the choir meeting. Season 2 will expand on the events of its previous season and chronicle the challenges Sam and the chorus face while trying to move on. Additionally, it will investigate the aftermath of Rick’s disloyalty and describe how Tricia handled Charity. Other story arcs to be explored include Mary Jo’s return from rehab and how Ed deals with her, Joel and Michael’s plans for the future, and Sam’s new career after starting work on Fred’s farm. Lastly, it might also show the entry of new people into Sam’s life and how she deals with them.
Somebody Somewhere Season 2 Trailer
Unfortunately, at this time, HBO has not released an official announcement for Somebody Somewhere’s season 2 trailer. For readers who want to follow this series, we have provide a trailer from the previous season here. Enjoy!