Amazon’s much-anticipated action series Citadel premiered its inaugural season on Prime Video in 2023, and fans are already buzzing with excitement over the upcoming second season. Starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas as secret agents, the plot revolves around their quest to regain lost memories and thwart the ambitions of a burgeoning criminal organization seeking global domination. Renowned for its impressive production quality and an exceptional cast, season one of Citadel set a new standard for exclusive streaming series, reinforcing Prime Video’s status as a leading platform for innovative content.
Reflecting Amazon’s commitment to this ambitious venture, Citadel was renewed for a second season before its first run concluded. While reviews were varied (as noted by Rotten Tomatoes), the show’s gripping action captured the interest of a substantial audience from the get-go. Amazon is capitalizing on this momentum by expanding the franchise, introducing spinoffs in locations such as Spain, Mexico, and India, along with a new title, Citadel: Diana. Season one ended with unresolved storylines, setting the stage for an even larger second season and giving rise to what fans are dubbing the “Citadel Spyverse.”
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Latest Updates on Season 2
Delay in Season 2’s Release Amid Franchise Review
Following a significant shift in the production team’s direction, recent reports indicate that the release of Citadel season 2 has been postponed. This delay comes after the series, despite its high costs, experienced a lukewarm reception. Amazon MGM is currently reassessing the project’s future and has decided to push the anticipated launch from fall 2025 to a yet-to-be-determined date. Furthermore, development on any related spinoffs has been suspended until season 2’s fate is secured.
Concerns regarding the show’s escalating budget and uncompleted footage have arisen, particularly after Jennifer Salke’s departure as Amazon’s head of creative—a key figure responsible for the extensive budget of this series, estimated at $300 million, or even over $500 million including spinoffs. Consequently, Amazon MGM’s focus is now fully on the main series in hopes of revitalizing the franchise.
Confirmation of Season 2
The Future of the Franchise Rests on Season 2
Despite facing disappointing viewer statistics during its inaugural season, Citadel has officially been green-lit for a second season, with initial approval occurring even before the first season aired. Factors such as the 2023 Hollywood strikes resulted in delays, causing filming to commence only in 2024, wrapping its initial photography in November of that year. However, Amazon MGM has since extended the release timeline, indicating ongoing dissatisfaction with the project’s advancement as of March 2025.
The upcoming season is expected to undergo significant creative revisions throughout 2025, driven by the necessity to salvage its initial poor reception. The financial stakes have reached alarming heights, compelling Amazon MGM to halt spinoff projects while concentrating all resources on ensuring the success of the flagship series. Although there were plans for additional series set in Mexico and Spain, their current status remains uncertain.
As it stands, the evolving Citadel spy-verse includes:
| Series Title | Release Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Citadel | April 28, 2023 | |
| Citadel: Diana | October 9, 2024 | Italian spinoff |
| Citadel: Honey Bunny | November 7, 2024 | Indian spinoff |
Season 2 Cast Information
The Return of Key Characters
The ensemble cast was a significant factor in Citadel‘s appeal during its first season, and the announcement of season two confirms the return of several main characters. Priyanka Chopra Jonas will reprise her role as Nadia Sinh, alongside her fellow lead, Richard Madden, who returns as Mason Kane/Kyle Conroy. Veteran actor Stanley Tucci will once again portray the scheming Bernard Orlick, with Lesley Manville back to embody the ruthless antagonist, Dahlia Archer.
The following performers have been confirmed for Citadel season 2:
| Actor | Role in Citadel |
|---|---|
| Priyanka Chopra Jonas | Nadia Sinh |
| Richard Madden | Mason Kane/Kyle Conroy |
| Stanley Tucci | Bernard Orlick |
| Lesley Manville | Dahlia Archer |
Storyline Insights for Season 2
Revelations from Season 1’s Finale
While precise details regarding the plot of Citadel season 2 remain scarce, the first season’s finale left many intriguing threads unresolved. Key revelations significantly altered the perception of previous events, including the origins of Mason’s American accent. The upcoming season will explore Mason’s reconciliation with his resurfacing memories, particularly his newfound connection to Dahlia, who was revealed to be his mother, as well as his motivations for betraying Citadel.
Moreover, the revelation that Mason has a child with Nadia introduces additional complexity to their already complicated relationship in Citadel season 2. As the stakes rise with the child’s safety in jeopardy, the dynamics between the characters will be tested anew. Although season one provided answers to pivotal questions, it also opened the door to numerous others that season two will need to resolve. Notably, Bernard’s fate after his last interaction with Dahlia—combined with the apparent torture he suffered—will likely unfold as a significant plotline in forthcoming episodes.