The Brothers Sun on Netflix is, just a few days after the premiere, quite the hidden gem as the streaming service kind of forget to promote it the way it deserves. Those who have seen it, though, all have the same question: is Netflix going to renew the show for season 2? Here's what we know so far!
2024 started out pretty good on Netflix with the release of The Brothers Sun, at least for those who have actually seen it – way too less people, it seems. Where's the hype, folks? The show strikes the balance between intense, funny and at times even devastating, so it deserves way more recognition!
In The Brothers Sun, the son of a Taiwanese mob boss – Charles Sun (Justin Chien) – needs to protect his mother and younger brother Bruce (Sam Song Li) back in LA, blissfully unaware of the family business Charles is tied up in. It's crime, it's drama, it's fun, and is has wonderful Michelle Yeoh as the most judgemental mum ever, which is also great.
Those who binged the show are now probably desperately waiting for Netflix to tell them: is The Brothers Sun going to live or die? Is there going to be a second season?
Will Netflix Renew The Brothers Sun For Season 2?
Probably not what you want to hear, but you'll have to be patient for the time being. Considering the show only just released on January 4, it's no wonder there is no confirmation of a second season just yet. That doesn't mean you need to prepare for the worst, though.
It's obvious from a business perspective that Netflix wants to test the waters with the first season and needs to wait how the show's reception turns out before they jump into a possible season 2. But, there are a few hints that spark hope.
First of all: the finale. The last episode didn't seem like that was the end of the story, did it? There are lots of loose ends and threads to follow, still, and it looks like The Brothers Sun was planned out as a multi-season show.
The absolutely wonderful cast in The Brothers Sun is also a reason to expect a renewal. You don't get Michelle Yeoh to star in your show and then cancel it after a finale that perfectly sets up a second season, do you now, Netflix? Yeah, I don't think so.
And, talking to Deadline, Sam Song Li who plays Bruce in The Brothers Sun, revealed he's with us in the trenches in willing season 2 into existence:
"I think everybody on The Brothers Sun team absolutely thinks that there's more to tell. And luckily, it's not a limited series, so there is potential for future seasons. The first season is a great introductory piece to all of our characters. I really think the fun can start now, because we get to really see how far these characters might go once they've had a taste of the other side."
So, what will it be, Netflix? Are you just going to give in and just tell us that, yes, The Brothers Sun obviously gets renewed or are you going to play coy and wait a few weeks before sharing the happy news like you did with Blue Eye Samurai?
Whatever the case – we're pretty positive that it's not a matter of if, but when there's going to be a second season. We'll obviously keep you updated on that!