Apple TV+ is gearing up to deliver another round of laughs and intrigue as it unveils the trailer for the second season of “The Big Door Prize.” Created by Emmy Award winner David West Read of “Schitt’s Creek” fame, the multicultural, character-driven comedy promises to captivate audiences again with its blend of humor and heart.
“The Big Door Prize” returns with a 10-episode second season premiering globally Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Fans can mark their calendars for an exciting rollout, with three episodes debuting on the premiere date, followed by a new installment every Wednesday until June 12, 2024.
The series, based on M.O. Walsh’s novel, explores the impact of a mysterious machine on the residents of Deerfield. The Morpho machine promises to reveal everyone’s true potential. As the town grapples with the implications of this device, members reevaluate relationships, form new alliances and evaluate existential questions to pursue a formidable future.
In season two, viewers can expect to witness the unfolding drama as Dusty (played by Emmy Award winner Chris O’Dowd) and Cass (Gabrielle Dennis) navigate their relationship while Trina (Djouliet Amara) and Jacob (Sammy Fourlas) embark on journeys of self-discovery. Romance blossoms for Giorgio (Josh Segarra) and Izzy (Crystal Fox), while Hana (Ally Maki) and Father Reuben (Damon Gupton) strive to uncover the machine’s purpose.
The ensemble cast, led by O’Dowd, Dennis, Maki, Gupton, Segarra, Fox, Fourlas and Amara, delivers stellar performances under Read’s direction. Season two has talented guest stars, including Justine Lupe, Aaron Roman Weiner and Mary Holland.
Behind the scenes, Read serves as showrunner and executive producer alongside a team of industry veterans from Skydance Television, CJ ENM/Studio Dragon and Apple TV+. Directed by Steven Tsuchida, Heather Jack and others, “The Big Door Prize” promises to keep its momentum from the first season.
With its debut season earning critical acclaim and a coveted Rotten Tomatoes Certified Fresh status, “The Big Door Prize” has arguably become a must-watch comedy. As fans eagerly await the return of this thought-provoking and hilarious series, anticipation is running high for the next chapter in the residents of Deerfield’s journey of self-discovery.
Check out the trailer below.
