Last year’s first season of Chucky was one of the greatest surprises. While widely perceived as a cash grab from Hollywood, the show managed to capture what made Child’s Play great in an unparalleled way.
Season 1 featured an all-teen cast, who tackled issues like bullying, sexuality, and adolescent life in ways that resonated with viewers. Season 2 promises to be even wilder which is all set to release on October 5, 2022!
October 5th
After his attempt at infiltrating America’s children’s hospitals was foiled in season one, Chucky pledged revenge on those responsible. This includes Jake (Zackary Arthur), Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson) and Lexy (Alyvia Alyn Lind). Though these three are now attending Catholic reformatory school Incarnate Lord for reformation purposes, that won’t stop Chucky from terrorizing them at every turn.
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Season 1 Reception | Season 1 was a surprising success, capturing the essence of Child’s Play despite initial skepticism. It featured an all-teen cast addressing relevant issues. |
| Season 2 Teaser | Season 2 promises even more excitement as Chucky seeks revenge on his adversaries. |
| Cast and Characters | Returning cast includes Zackary Arthur, Bjorgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Jennifer Tilly, Fiona Dourif, and more. |
| Airing Channels | Chucky Season 2 airs on USA and Syfy. Hulu offers streaming, but not Peacock. |
| Plot Continuation | The show continues from where Season 1 left off, focusing on Jake, Devon, Lexy, and Chucky’s sinister plan. |
| Blu-ray Release | Season 1 will be available on Blu-ray and DVD in March 2023. |
| Creator and Sequel | Don Mancini created the TV series as a sequel to Cult of Chucky and maintained the original Chucky cast. |
| Season 2 Synopsis | Season 2 explores Chucky’s revenge plot against Jake, Devon, and Lexy, with added mysteries. |
This popular series is set to return with an exciting new season 2 on October 5, 2022 that featured fan-favorites such as Jennifer Tilly as Tiffany Valentine and Fiona Dourif as Nica Pierce. Additionally, it successfully combined comedy and horror genres to satisfy longtime fans as well as explore LGBTQ+ themes with morbid religious undertones.
Don Mancini’s series looks set to become even crazier this year – just in time for Halloween, Syfy released a brand-new trailer.
This latest trailer gives us our first look at Glen and Glenda as they make their return in future episodes. They won’t be alone though: Season two also brings back Zackary Arthur (Jake Wheeler), Bjorgvin Arnarson (Devon Evans) and Alyvia Alyn Lind (Lexy Cross). Recurring guests include Gina Gershon (Psycho 2, Body Snatchers), Joe Pantoliano (Memento) and Tony Nappo (Saw II), plus Sutton Stracke who plays Reginald Andres!
On USA and Syfy
The first season of Chucky premiered on Syfy and USA in October 2021 to rave reviews, drawing raves from horror fans for its campiness, dark humor, inclusivity of LGBTQ+ individuals as well as inclusion of both. Based off of Child’s Play films with Brad Dourif as Chucky being played by Don Mancini (mastermind behind original franchise). Season one ended on an intriguing note – leaving many questions unanswered and leaving fans anxiously anticipating season 2’s premiere to find out what happens next!
Chucky will air on Wednesdays at 9/8c on USA and Syfy, with Hulu subscribers having access to stream the episodes if desired; next-day streaming won’t be offered through Peacock though.
The show will pick up immediately where the last episode left off and focus on Jake, Devon, and Lexy as they deal with the consequences of Chucky’s diabolical plan to infiltrate American children’s hospitals. Also revealed will be whether Kyle, Andy’s foster sister from earlier movies is dead or alive.
On Peacock
With Halloween on its way, viewers are tuning into horror movies and television shows to get into the spirit. One such series that can help set the mood is Chucky, which premieres this week on Syfy and USA Network before streaming daily via Peacock streaming service.
Starting off as part of the original franchise continuity, Season 1 follows Jake Wheeler – a teenage student whom Chucky attempts to groom into becoming his new killer protege – but is foiled by Devon and Lexy. Season 1 also introduced iconic legacy characters like Tiffany and Nica while exploring LGBTQ+ themes and morbid religious undertones, making for an engaging blend of comedy and horror that satisfied longtime fans alike.
The second season of this popular series picks up exactly where its predecessor left off, with Jake and his friends being pursued by an evil doll possessed of psychic energy. Devon may explore her feelings for Jake while also providing more details regarding Nica after her amputated arm was amputated.
Most of the cast will return for season 2, such as Zackary Arthur, Bjorgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Alex Vincent and Teo Briones. Jennifer Tilly will reprise her role as Chucky while Joe Pantoliano, Tony Nappo Lara Jean Chorostecki of Hannibal fame and Sutton Stracke will all appear again as well as Lachlan Watson playing Glen/Glenda; an additonal genderfluid child joining Chucky’s family.
On Blu-ray
Chucky fans can look forward to reliving its first season on Blu-ray and DVD in March 2023 – as this release includes all eight episodes as well as several deleted scenes and you can preorder physical media here!
Don Mancini, creator of the Child’s Play film franchise, developed and premiered a television series of the same name on Syfy and USA Network in October 2021. Serving as a direct sequel to Cult of Chucky movie from 2021, which stars Brad Dourif as Cult of Chucky killer doll, as well as returning cast members such as Zackary Arthur, Bjorgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Christine Elise Teo Briones Vincent Vincent returning cast members such as Zackary Arthur Bjorgvin Arnarson along with returning actors Zackary Arthur Zackary Arthur Bjorgvin Arnarson Bjorgvin Arnarson Bjorgvin Arnarson Arnarson Bjorgvin Arnarson Alyvia Alyn Lind, Teo Briones Teo Briones and Alex Vincent returning key roles. Additionally new faces included mother/daughter acting duo Barbara Alyn Woods/Lara Jean Chorostecki who both star in Hannibal!
Season 2 of “Chucky” follows Chucky as he seeks revenge against Jake, Devon and Lexy for foiling his deadly plan in Season 1. Chucky seeks out old enemies and preys upon those he has previously encountered; more is revealed about his bizarre personality when Jake, Devon and Lexy visit Father Bryce and Nadine from School of the Incarnate Word for lessons there.
Conclusion
Chucky Season 2 promises to be a thrilling and entertaining continuation of the series, with its unique blend of horror, comedy, and exploration of LGBTQ+ themes. Fans can’t wait to see what diabolical plans Chucky has in store for Jake, Devon, and Lexy, and how the legacy characters will play a role in the upcoming episodes. It is all set to release on October 5, 2022.
