“Platonic” will return for a second season on Apple TV+, the streamer announced on Thursday.
Created, directed and co-written by Stoller and Delbanco, the series follows a platonic pair of former best friends approaching midlife (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) who reconnect after a long rift. The duo’s friendship becomes all-consuming – and hilariously destabilises their lives. In addition to Rogen and Byrne, the first season of Platonic also starred Luke Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez and Carla Gallo.
“We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to tell more stories with Seth, Rose and everyone at Apple TV+ and Sony,” said co-creators Nick Stoller and Francesca Delbanco. “Season two spoiler alert: Will and Sylvia won’t be together this time either.
“Since the first episodes of ‘Platonic’ debuted on Apple TV+, audiences around the world have been captivated by the hilarious, wildly funny and relatable friendship that Rose and Seth have brought to life through their charismatic performances,” said Matt Cherniss, Head of Programming, Apple TV+. “We can’t wait for viewers to see these characters get into even more comedic mayhem in season two, thanks to our partners at Sony and the brilliant minds of Francesca and Nick.”
The series marks the latest collaboration between Apple TV+ and Byrne, who also stars in Apple’s dark comedy “Physical”. In addition to Platonic, Rogen will star in an upcoming untitled comedy series for Apple TV+, which he will write, direct and executive produce alongside Evan Goldberg.
Byrne, Rogen, Stoller, Delbanco and Conor Welch will executive produce. “Platonic” comes from Sony Pictures Television, where Stoller’s Global Solutions has an overall deal.
