Keegan-Michael Key and Cecily Strong star in the original musical series for Apple TV+, and here’s everything we know about Schmigadoon! season 2. Apple’s quest to make Apple TV+ a necessary part of the streaming wars has seen them collaborate with recognizable stars for various projects. Jennifer Aniston, Steve Carell, Jason Sudeikis, Jason Momoa, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt are just a few of the big names who brought their talents to Apple TV+. The various original shows have had varying levels of success, with the likes of Ted Lasso and The Morning Show finding bigger audiences.

Schmigadoon! is Apple TV+’s attempt to bring a musical TV show to subscribers. The series follows New York natives Melissa (Cecily Strong) and Josh (Keegan-Michael Key), who have been dating for multiple years but have hit a rough patch. While on a trip to try and fix their relationship, they accidentally wind up in the magical and musical town of Schmigadoon. They quickly learn that they cannot leave the strange town until true love is found, which sends both of them on different journeys to figure out if that means with each other or someone else.

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Now that Schmigadoon! season 1 is complete, viewers are sure to wonder what the future holds for Melissa and Josh, especially after the cliffhanger finale. The series was well-received critically and from audiences, with Key and Strong leading a great ensemble cast and plenty of musical numbers to enjoy. But will Schmigadoon! season 2 happen? Here’s everything we know about Schmigadoon!‘s future.

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Schmigadoon! Season 2 Renewal

Apple has yet to renew Schmigadoon! for season 2 officially. The season 1 finale aired in the middle of August 2021, but there has been no word on whether or not Apple TV+ will allow Melissa and Josh’s story to continue. The strong critical reception to Schmigadoon! could work in its favor for a renewal, but season 2’s prospects will also depend on how many subscribers watched the show. The show reportedly had one of the best premieres of any Apple TV+ original show.

Schmigadoon! Season 2 Release Date

If Schmigadoon! season 2 does happen, it might not take too long before the show returns. The first season was only six episodes long and completed filming during the pandemic in two months. Schmigadoon! season 2 could experience a similarly quick turnaround from the moment it is renewed. Apple could keep the show in the summer, so a summer 2022 release is quite possible.

Schmigadoon! Season 2 Cast

Schmigadoon! season 2 will likely see Keegan-Michael Key and Cecily Strong return. What happens next for Melissa and Josh’s relationship, and whether or not they are each other’s true loves, could impact what other cast members return. Main supporting cast members like West Side Story‘s Ariana DeBose, Dove Cameron, Alan Cumming, Kristin Chenoweth, Fred Armisen, Aaron Tveit, and Jaime Camil could all be back, as long as the town of Schmigadoon is explored.

Schmigadoon! Season 2 Story Detail

The story of Schmigadoon! season 2 could go in several different directions. The season 1 finale ended with Melissa and Josh walking over the magical bridge and learning if they actually were in love. If they are, they’d be able to go back home to New York. However, it wouldn’t be Schmigadoon! without the musical town being part of the series, so season 2 could force them to stay around even longer. Perhaps another couple walks over the bridge and interrupts them or Martin Short’s Leprechaun changes the rules of the bridge. But, Schmigadoon! season 2 could also offer a surprise and send Melissa and Josh back to their normal lives and test their love once more.

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Cooper Hood is a news and feature writer for Screen Rant. He joined Screen Rant in late 2016 following a year-long stint with MCU Exchange, which came after first developing an MCU blog of his own. He graduated college in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Media & Public Communication, with a minor in Media Production. Cooper’s love for movies began by watching Toy Story and Lion King on repeat as a child, but it wasn’t until The Avengers that he took an invested interest in movies and the filmmaking process, leading him to discover the world of film journalism. Every year Cooper looks forward to seeing the latest blockbusters from the likes of Marvel, DC, and Star Wars, but also loves the rush to catch up on Oscar films near the end of the year. When he isn’t writing about or watching new releases, Cooper is a fantasy football obsessive and looking to expand his Blu-Ray collection – because physical media is still king! Follow Cooper on Twitter @MovieCooper.

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