Prime Video has officially announced the renewal of Ballard for Season 2. The crime drama, led by Maggie Q as LAPD Detective Renée Ballard, has quickly become a fan favorite since its debut. The renewal follows the show’s strong first season, which ended on a shocking cliffhanger and received universal acclaim. With the sophomore season now confirmed, viewers can expect more high-stakes investigations and powerful performances.
Bosch spin-off Ballard renewed for Season 2 by Prime Video
Prime Video has officially announced that Ballard, the Bosch spin-off led by Maggie Q, will return for Season 2. The renewal follows the show’s strong performance and critical acclaim, including a rare 100% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Amazon MGM Studios’ Lauren Lancaster, in a statement, said, “We are excited to share that the Bosch universe will continue to expand with a second season of Ballard for our global Prime Video customers. The audience response to Ballard has been phenomenal, resonating with audiences worldwide thanks to its gripping storytelling and outstanding performances from Maggie Q and the entire cast.”
Returning co-showrunners Michael Alaimo and Kendall Sherwood expressed their excitement to move forward with Ballard’s journey. They said, ”We’re so grateful to have the chance to continue Ballard’s story. It’s a pleasure to dive deeper into these characters and this world, and seeing audiences resonate with their stories is incredibly rewarding.”
Based on Michael Connelly’s bestselling novels, the series follows LAPD Detective Renée Ballard, a driven investigator. Taking charge of the department’s Cold Case Unit, she confronts long-forgotten crimes, institutional challenges, and her own personal struggles. She is assisted by a volunteer team and detective Harry Bosch, played by Titus Welliver, who serves as a mentor.
Season 1 ended on a dramatic cliffhanger, with Renée accused of murder, a twist that left fans anxious. The show also features Courtney Taylor, Amy Hill, Michael Mosley, and John Carroll Lynch.
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
