“Platonic” has been officially renewed for Season 2 at Apple TV+.
The half-hour comedy, which Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen star in and executive produce, will return for a sophomore season, the streamer announced Thursday. The series from creators Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco first launched on May 24, 2023.
“Platonic” marked a reunion between Stoller, Delbanco, Byrne and Rogen, who previously worked together on the “Neighbors” films. It centers on former best friends Sylvia (Byrne) and Will (Rogen), who revitalize their bond after a rift prompted them to part ways. Their reconnection brings excitement and chaos to their midlife comfort — much to the chagrin of Sylvia’s husband (Luke Macfarlane).
Renewal news on the project came days after Rogen teased a future for the series, which was initially listed as a limited series, saying “it looks like we’re going to do more,” in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter.
“We’re so thrilled to have the opportunity to tell more stories with Seth, Rose and everyone at Apple TV+ and Sony,” cocreators Stoller and Delbanco said in a statement. “Season 2 spoiler alert: Will and Sylvia won’t get together this time either.”
“Since the first episodes of ‘Platonic’ debuted on Apple TV+, global audiences have been charmed by the hilarious, wildly fun and relatable friendship that Rose and Seth have brought to life through their charismatic performances,” Apple TV+ head of programming Matt Cherniss said. “We can’t wait for viewers to see these characters encounter even more comedic mayhem in Season 2 thanks to our partners at Sony and to the brilliant minds of Francesca and Nick.”
In addition to Rogen, Byrne and Macfarlane, the series rounds out its cast with Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez and Carla Gallo.
Hailing from Sony Pictures Television, which has an overall deal with Stoller’s Global Solutions, executive producers for “Platonic” include Byrne, Rogen, Stoller, Delbanco and Conor Welch.
