Countdownseries creator Derek Haas shares a new update about a potential season 2.Countdownpremiered its first three episodes on Prime Video on June 25. The debut season followsSupernaturalstar Jensen Ackles as Mark Meachum, an LAPD detective who joins a covert task force comprising agents from various agencies. Originally brought together to hunt down a murderer, the team then has to prevent a major catastrophe. TheCountdowncastincludes Jessica Camacho as Amber Oliveras, Eric Dane as Nathan Blythe, Violett Beane as Evan Shepherd, Uli Latukefu as Lucas Finau, and Elliot Knight as Keyonte Bell.
In an interview withScreenRant’s Ash Crossan,Haas discusses the future ofCountdown. He reveals that he has been thinking about a second installment, but is cautious about moving ahead too quickly, as sometimes “the real world rears its head.” While the update has a positive tone, Haas is trying not to get ahead of himself. He has been considering some of the plots for season 2, but it has not gone beyond the planning stage. Check out his comment below:
Oh yeah. I’ve been thinking about season 2. The truth is, you don’t want to get too far ahead, because the real world rears its head, and then you want to be able to be in the moment of what’s happening in the world when you’re doing a show like this. So I’ve definitely been thinking about plots for season 2, but I’m not past that.
What This Means For Countdown Season 2
Hass & Ackles Both Have A History Of Successful Shows
Haas has had an incredibly successful career on television. He has created long-running series, includingChicago Fire,Chicago P.D., andFBI: International. With his pedigree as a creator, writer, and producer,Countdownhas every chance of returning for future seasons. Ackles also has a long TV resume, appearing as Dean Winchester inSupernaturalfor fifteen seasons, and will return inThe Boysseason 5as Soldier Boy.
It would make sense for the streamer to want to continueCountdownfor season 2.
With bothHaas and Ackles having impressive TV careers,Countdownseems to be set up for future installments.Countdownalso shares similarities to other Prime Video shows likeReacherandCross, with their action-oriented premise. Given that Prime Video is behind the development of these other series, and especially with the resoundingsuccess ofReacher, it would make sense for the streamer to want to continueCountdownfor season 2.
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The Series Has A Chance To Connect With Viewers
Ackles hascomparedCountdowntoDie Hardfor being more than just a simple action premise. If Haas and Ackles can deliver an experience that stands out from other thriller series,Countdownhas a chance at returning for season 2. Haas not wanting to dive too deep into plotting season 2 makes sense until viewers get the chance to check out the new show. While the reception will be key to whetherCountdownis renewed, it has an impressive team behind it that should help bolster viewership.
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Countdown, released in 2025, follows LAPD detective Mark Meachum as he joins a secret task force composed of undercover agents from various law enforcement branches. Following the murder of a Department of Homeland Security officer, they uncover a deep conspiracy, igniting a time-sensitive mission to protect millions.
