Knuckles entertained viewers with its storyline revolving around action comedy and drama. It is a part of the Sonic the Hedgehog series which is a video game that led to many films as well. The series premiered in April 2024 and generated much love among viewers.
Those who were unaware of the game also enjoyed the series thoroughly. This has generated the buzz around Knuckles Season 2 and there is a mystery around its fate. So let us find out the truth behind this and find out if season two is taking place.
What Happened At The End of Knuckles Season 1?
Knuckles is taken from the Sonic the Hedgehog game and it also works as a spin-off of the live-action series as well as the film series. Its storyline is sandwiched between Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and the 2024 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and follows Knuckles the Echidna (Idris Elba) takes Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) under his wings who is a deputy sheriff.
He wants to participate in an awaited bowling tournament that will take place in Reno Nevada state. One twist is that his father is also a part of this event. While Wade has his emotional journey, Knuckles has Dr. Robotnik behind him hungry for some power.
Toby Ascher is the showrunner as well as the creator with John Whittington. The executive producers of the show include Idris Elba, John Whittington, Haruki Satomi and Toru Nakahara as well as Shuji Utsumi among others.
The final episode of the show was called What Happens in Reno, Stays in Reno and it was released on Paramount+ on April 26th. It showcases Knuckles and Wade working and helping each other and fighting off the baddies. The finale has Wafe facing off against his father and the former is able to display the perfect game.
However, the fight between Knuckles and Buyer works as an interruption for the tournament. Buyer is eventually defeated and the episode ends on a happy note.
Is Knuckles Season 2 Happening?
Paramount+ has not confirmed anything about Knuckles Season 2. It was made as a miniseries so the chances are very slim. However, the makers have been expanding the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise so a second season can happen.
If the viewership evaluation finds good numbers, then the viewers might get to see the character once again. Despite a conclusive ending, Knuckles Season 2 can take place as the producer of the show had hinted about it.
What To Expect From It?
The plot of Knuckles Season 2 will be determined by the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 which will release in December 2024. The first season also cleared Wade’s issue with his father so the future season will have to come up with a new storyline for the two main characters.
The upcoming film might determine in which direction the storyline will go. We might also see more spinoffs in the future from the characters. There are many possibilities of different plots for Knuckles Season 2.
Who Will Be In The Cast?
Knuckles Season 2 should have the return of Idris Elba as the titular character while Adam Pally will be Wade Whipple. Since all the villains were defeated in the first season, they might not return for the second season. Barring them, Stockard Channing (Wendy Whipple) and Edi Patterson (Wanda Whipple) will also return. The makers might also pick some new actors to lend voices to a set of new characters in Knuckles Season 2.
Conclusion
Knuckles was enjoyed by fans. It expands the Sonic franchise which consists of a video game, TV, and films. It stems from a supporting character in the series and gives it a universe of its own. The success of its first season has prompted the need for Knuckles Season 2. Viewers truly deserve another season to explore further the life of an interesting character.
The series provides some lessons also without slowing down on entertainment. All this makes it enjoyable. Hence, Knuckles Season 2 is in demand and there are many theories floating online around it. Fans are hoping that a second season eventually take place for them to enjoy.