Apple TV+ has officially renewedBad Monkeyfor a second season. Created byTed Lasso’s Bill Lawrence, the darkly comedic mystery series is based on Carl Hiaasen’s bestselling novel and stars Vince Vaughn as Andrew Yancy, a disgraced former Miami detective turned restaurant inspector. The 10-episode first season follows Andrew as he stumbles into a bizarre murder case involving various eccentric Floridians and the titular bad monkey.By the end ofBad Monkeyseason 1, the sardonic detective’s determination to uncover the truth drives him into an increasingly bizarre and dangerous world of crime and corruption.
According toApple TV+,Bad Monkeyseason 2 has been confirmedfollowing the success of its first season, which offered a blend of crime, comedy, and mystery after a severed arm is found on the shores of the Florida Keys. The show became a surprise hit, with Vaughn earning particular acclaim for his portrayal of the deeply flawed, often stubborn, and sarcastic, Andrew. Read Lawrence’s reaction to the renewal below:
“I hope that people know that Carl Hiaasen is an idol of mine and an inspiration for me as a writer. To get to go on telling his story with Vince Vaughn and this great cast, at least the characters who are still alive, is very exciting. I’m very thankful to our partners at Apple TV+ and Warner Bros, as well as the entire team that helps bring this show to life.”
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The renewal ofBad Monkeyseason 2 highlightsApple TV+’s continued success in developing original TV series with an established creative team and high-profile talent. Lawrence’s involvement and the show’s swift renewal suggest confidence in its staying power, particularly as the streaming platform expands its lineup of comedies following the success ofthe award-winningTed LassoandShrinking.
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AsScreenRant’s Nick Bythrow writesin a review forBad Monkey,the Apple TV+ murder mystery “always keeps up the momentum of its carefully crafted story” and “its witty humor.” Season 2 providesthe opportunityto further explore Hiaasen’s outlandish world as an adaptation of his sequelRazor Girl. Andrew and his bizarre Floridian escapades offer ample opportunities for further character development and new, absurd mysteries as he faces off against a new antagonist in Lawrence’s TV adaptation.
The renewal ofBad Monkeyseason 2 is great news for viewers. Vaughn’s portrayal of Andrew perfectly captures the charm of Hiaasen’s world asthe actor’s darkly comedic tone meets the quirky mysterywith a sly smirk. As Lawrence remains at the helm, season 2 has the potential to dive even deeper into Andrew’s journey, introducing new twists and characters while keeping the wit and charm that made the first season a success.Bad Monkey’s return promises another round of sun-soaked mysteries for viewers to investigate alongside its star-studded cast.
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A former Miami detective turned health inspector, Andrew Yancy, discovers a severed arm while working in the Florida Keys. Determined to solve the mystery and reclaim his former position, he navigates through a web of quirky locals and corruption, all while dealing with a troublesome monkey.
