Amazon Prime Video’s horror anthology series Them made its debut in 2021 and follows a family who are terrorized by malevolent forces both natural and supernatural. It is all set to release sometime in 2023.
Deborah Ayorinde plays LAPD Detective Dawn Reeve, who finds herself assigned a case that challenges even her toughest colleagues. Joining Deborah on screen are Pam Grier as Dawn’s mother Athena; Luke James as Edmund Gaines; Joshua J Williams (Kevin Reeve), plus regular actors Jeremy Bobb, Wayne Knight Carlito Olivero and Iman Shumpert (recurring actors).
Deborah Ayorinde
The TV series Them premiered in 2021 to mixed reviews. The plot follows an all-black family who move into an all-white neighborhood where malevolent supernatural forces threaten them.
The second season of Them will be set in 1991 and introduce an entirely new cast. Deborah Ayorinde will reprise her role as LAPD Detective Dawn Reeve who finds herself drawn into an investigation involving malevolent supernatural entities.
| Topic | Summary |
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| Series Overview | Amazon Prime Video’s horror anthology series “Them” debuted in 2021, featuring a family terrorized by malevolent forces in an all-white neighborhood. The second season, titled “Them: The Scare,” will have an entirely new cast and storyline, set in 1991 Los Angeles County. |
| Cast | The series has an ensemble cast, including Deborah Ayorinde, Pam Grier, Luke James, Joshua J. Williams, Jeremy Bobb, Wayne Knight, Carlito Olivero, Iman Shumpert, and Charles Brice. While Season 1 cast members may return, Season 2 introduces new characters played by the cast. |
| Plot and Themes | “Them” explores horror, drama, and racism as it follows LAPD Detective Dawn Reeve and her family facing supernatural and real threats. The second season continues the Emory family’s encounters with malevolent forces but with an entirely new set of characters and mysteries. |
| Production and Renewal | “Them” Season 2 was renewed after Season 1’s premiere. The show’s production took over four months, and it’s expected to arrive soon. Deborah Ayorinde reprises her role as Dawn Reeve, and the series maintains its exploration of horror, drama, and societal issues. |
| Season 2 Details | The second season, set in 1991, focuses on LAPD Detective Dawn Reeve’s investigation of an intricate murder case involving malevolent supernatural entities. The cast includes returning actors Deborah Ayorinde and Pam Grier, as well as new characters portrayed by Luke James, Jeremy Bobb, and more. |
| Reception and Success | The debut season of “Them” received moderate success and garnered attention for addressing contentious themes. Critics and viewers expressed satisfaction with its storytelling. Season 2 aims to build on the series’ popularity and captivate audiences with new mysteries. |
Pam Grier stars as Athena, Dawn’s mother; Luke James plays Edmund Gaines, an eccentric local who harbors secrets; Jeremy Bobb portrays Detective Ronald McKinney; while Charles Brice and Iman Shumpert make frequent appearances as supporting cast.
Pam Grier
Pam Grier is an established actress known for her appearances in several moderately successful women in prison and blaxploitation movies. Now focused on new forms of Black filmmaking, she is making waves.
The second season of Them will also take place in Los Angeles County, but instead will focus on 1991 instead of 1952 as seen in Season One. Here we follow LAPD detective Dawn Reeve who finds herself assigned an intricate murder case which even hardened officers find unnerving.
Deborah Ayorinde returns as Dawn Reeve in Them’s second season, while Luke James reprises his role as Kelvin Reeve, her teenage son who harbors his own secrets. Meanwhile, Jeremy Bobb plays a lawyer representing Los Angeles city government while Wayne Knight, Carlito Olivero, Charles Brice, and Iman Shumpert play supporting characters.
Luke James
Them has been renewed for another season after ending on an explosive cliffhanger last year, following Little Marvin and Lena Waithe’s creation and Nelson Cragg and Ti West serving as directors. A release date has yet to be set, however.
In Season One, Deborah Ayorinde as Lucky was joined by Ashley Thomas as Henry and Shahadi Wright Joseph as her daughters Gracie and Ruby – Shahadi Wright Joseph herself playing daughter Ruby as well. Additionally Jeremy Bobb appeared as LAPD Detective Ronald McKinney with Iman Shumpert and Carlito Olivero making appearances throughout this 10 episode series.
Joshua J. Williams
After a stellar premiere of season one, Them returns for season 2. Created and executive produced by Little Marvin, this horror anthology follows a family who move to an all-White neighborhood during the Great Migration only to discover malevolent forces – both supernatural and real – terrorizing and endangering them.
No one knows for certain which actors from the first season will return, though it is believed Deborah Ayorinde may reprise her role as LAPD Detective Dawn Reeve. Pam Grier and Luke James may also reprise their roles while Jeremy Bobb, Carlito Olivero, and Charles Brice have been cast for recurring roles.
Jeremy Bobb
The debut season of Them premiered April 9, 2021 to moderate success, exploring themes of drama and horror while simultaneously confronting racism head on. Critics as well as viewers expressed satisfaction with its contentious themes.
Deborah Ayorinde stars as LAPD detective Dawn Reeve, who must defend her family against malevolent forces both natural and supernatural. Pam Grier plays Athena – Dawn’s mother with an unsaid secret – Luke James plays Henry while Shahadi Wright Joseph portrays their older daughter Ruby. Jeremy Bobb portrays Detective Ronald McKinney, one of Dawn’s partners who’s known for quickly closing cases; other recurring actors include Wayne Knight (Lt. Schiff) and Carlito Olivero (Joaquin Diaz).
Wayne Knight
Season 2 of Them will feature all new cast members. While still focusing on Emory family and supernatural beings, this season will introduce an entirely new group of characters.
Critics and viewers were enthusiastic in their reactions to the first season of an anthology series, so its second installment should soon arrive.
Deborah Ayorinde and Pam Grier will return, while Luke James will assume a different character. Joshua J. Williams will portray Kelvin Reeve, Dawn’s teenage son with his own secrets; while Jeremy Bobb will serve as regular. Wayne Knight, Carlito Olivero, and Charles Brice will have recurring roles.
Carlito Olivero
Carlito Olivero is an accomplished singer and actor with an impressive history in entertainment. Previously a member of Menudo’s Latin boyband, Carlito has since gone on to take part in various musical and acting projects as well as being bilingual which has proved beneficial throughout his career.
He competed on Season Three of “The X Factor,” where he placed in the Top 3. Additionally, he has appeared in various film projects including Mario Van Peebles’ 2012 flick We The Party as one such project.
Knight will join cast members such as Petrice Jones (Step Up: High Water) and Christina Milian (The Chi, HBO’s The Founder). Knight will portray Lt. Schiff, supervisor of LAPD detective Dawn Reeve.
Charles Brice
Them made its premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 9th 2021. This limited horror anthology series explores terror across America; with its initial season taking place during the Great Migration in 1950s Los Angeles.
The second season, Them: The Scare, began filming on August 8, after being renewed by Amazon. Production took more than four months and Little Marvin confirmed its completion via Instagram. It is all set to hit screens sometime in 2023.
Deborah Ayorinde will play LAPD detective Dawn Reeve in this new season of NCIS: LA. She will take on an unusual case that even experienced detectives are stunned by. Iman Shumpert, Wayne Knight, and Carlito Olivero will also recur as guest stars.
Conclusion
“Them” Season 2 is highly anticipated as it brings a new cast and storyline set in 1991, exploring supernatural forces and racial tensions. Returning cast members like Deborah Ayorinde, Pam Grier, and Luke James, along with new additions, promise an exciting continuation of this horror anthology series. It is going to release in 2023 but the specific month has not been mentioned by the team.
