Summary
The Diplomatseason 2 finally reveals its release date on Netflix. Led by four-time Emmy nominee Keri Russell, who also executive produces, the political drama debuted on Netflix in April 2023. The story follows Kate Wyler (Russell) as the new US Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Although she’s great in a crisis zone, she’s less comfortable with a job that functions as a springboard for higher ambitions. Wyler has to deal with several emergencies while trying to survive her marriage to fellow political star Hal Wyler (Rufus Sewell). The premise proved to be a hit, withThe Diplomatseason 2quickly getting confirmed.
Netflixhas confirmed thatThe Diplomatseason 2 will debut on October 31, with the streamer sharing a new photo of a very somber-looking Kate Wyler. Check it out below:
The Diplomat Season 2 Will Pick Up Just Moments After The Season 1 Cliffhanger
What’s The Aftermath Of That Explosive Ending?
Before launching into the events ofseason 2, the Netflix series will have to addressThe Diplomat’s season 1 endingin which Kate discovers thatBritish Prime Minister Nicol Trowbridge (Rory Kinnear) planned the explosion of a British aircraftthat happened in the show’s very first episode. From there,the last scene features a second explosion that potentially leaves Hal dead, not to mention Deputy Chief of Mission Stuart Hayford (Ato Essandoh), office clerk Ronnie (Jess Chanliau), and MP Merritt Grove (Simon Chandler).
So, while there will be fallout from that and some potential death, there may also be some drama and interpersonal drama looming for Kate as she squares off against the VP.
Withthe supportingDiplomatcastincluding David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, andBetter Call Saulstar Michael McKean as the U.S. President, the political drama hails from showrunner and executive producer Deborah Cahn. The upcoming installment will be a reunion for Cahn, who previously worked onThe West Wing, as the show will welcome Oscar winner and multi-time Emmy-winningWest Wingalum Allison Janney as United States Vice President Grace Penn.This is the job that Kate is being prepped to take over eventually, though she’s reluctant.
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It’s been confirmed by Cahn thatThe Diplomatseason 2 will pick up just moments after the explosive finale. So, while there will be fallout from that and some potential death, there may also be some drama and interpersonal drama looming for Kate as she squares off against the VP. If Hal indeed survives, he’ll likely have something to say about it all.
The Diplomat
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Set within the high-stakes world of international diplomacy, The Diplomat follows the challenges and intricacies faced by an ambassador as they navigate complex geopolitical landscapes. The series explores the delicate balance between personal and professional responsibilities amidst global tensions and the pursuit of peace.
