Warning! Contains spoilers for Hugh Howey’s Silo books.
Summary
Now that it has been confirmed what roleSiloseason 2’s new actor will be playing, it is hard not to expect the Apple TV+ show to break the original book series' chronology and reveal one character’s origin story. Based on Hugh Howey’s book series of the same name, Apple TV+‘sSilohas, so far, done an incredible job of bringing the dystopian world and well-written characters of its source to the small screen. With its intriguing cast choices and hinted story developments, the show’s season 2 will likely live up to the high standards set by season 1.
However, it seems like one casting choice for the show’s season 2 comes with a certain set of challenges. AlthoughSiloseason 1 stays true to most aspects of its source material, theApple TV+ sci-fi show’s second installment might have to introduce some major book changes because of the involvement of a new actor in its roster. These changes could ultimately redefine key elements of the show’s overarching storyline, potentially making it even better than the original Hugh Howey books.
Silo Spoilers: What Happens In The Books & Biggest Reveals
Here’s a breakdown of all the biggest reveals from the original Hugh Howey Silo books that unfold after the events of the Silo show’s season 1 ending.
Unlike Hugh Howey’s Wool, Silo Season 2 Must Reveal Solo’s Origin Story
The Show Will Have To Break The Books’ Chronology
Siloseason 2’s new story updates have confirmed that it will begin where season 1 ends, following Juliette’s journey outside Silo-18. The Apple TV+ show’s showrunner, Graham Yost, also revealed (viaEW) that Juliette will find herself in an abandoned silo in season 2’s opening moments before realizing she is not alone. Although Yost did not confirm who Juliette will run into after walking into the neighboring abandoned silo, Hugh Howey’s firstSilobook,Wool, reveals that she meets a character named Solo in Silo 17.
Despite portraying Solo as a crucial character in Juliette’s journey, Hugh Howey’sWooldoes not walk readers through his origin story.
Given how Solo is an important addition to the show’s roster, it is great that a talented actor like Steve Zahn has been cast to play him inSiloseason 2. However, Solo’s involvement in the show’s storyline creates one minor issue. In the originalSilobooks, Solo is only briefly introduced towards the end of the first book,Wool. He shares his knowledge of their post-apocalyptic world with Juliette and even helps her establish communication with Silo 18.
Despite portraying Solo as a crucial character in Juliette’s journey, Hugh Howey’sWooldoes not walk readers through his origin story. The first book in the trilogy does not reveal what happened to Silo 17 and how Solo survived its termination. His origin story and the reason behind his name changeremain unexplored until the end ofShift, which is the second book in the original trilogy. Now thatSiloseason 2 is seemingly introducing Solo as one of its leads, it must break the book series' chronology of his story and present his origin story in season 2 itself.
Giving Steve Zahn’s Solo More Screen Time Would Make Silo Season 2 Better
Steve Zahn’s Presence Can Potentially Make Silo Season 2 Better Than Season 1
Steve Zahn seems to be the perfect casting choice to play Solo inSiloseason 2 because the actor has, time and again, proven that he can wholly embody every character he portrays on screen. Be itRescue Dawn’s Duane orThe White Lotus' Mark Mossbacher, the ease with which he plays his characters shows his incredible range and versatility. Owing to his acting forte, it would be unfair ifSiloseason 2 accurately follows the books' chronology and only gives his character a relatively smaller part.
With Steve Zahn in the mix,Siloseason 2 has the potential to be even better than season 1.
WhileSiloseason 1’s underlying mysteries and intriguing sci-fi elements played a crucial role in making it successful, the show’s drama and action were held together by the incredible performances of its cast members. Without actors like Rebecca Ferguson, Rashida Jones, and Tim Robbins as its leads,Siloseason 1 would not have been half as compelling. With Steve Zahn in the mix,Siloseason 2 has the potential to be even better than season 1. However, the show must give him more screen time by changing the book series' chronology.
Silo Cast & Character Guide
The cast of the sci-fi series Silo includes blockbuster stars, like Rebecca Ferguson and David Oyelowo, and familiar TV staples, like Rashida Jones.
Solo’s Origin Story Would Perfectly Parallel Silo 18’s Rebellion
Silo Season 2 Must Highlight The Similarities Between Silo 18 And Silo 17
AsSiloseason 1’s endingand season 2’s teasers suggest, Juliette’s departure from Silo 18 will mark the inception of a rebellion in the central underground bunker. This will eventually lead to dire consequences for both the leaders and citizens of the silo. Since Solo’s Silo 17 was also terminated soon after its citizens initiated a coup, his origin story would perfectly parallel the events of Silo 18. Owing to this, it would make sense if Apple TV+‘sSilobroke the books’ chronology and portrayed Solo’s origin story from Silo 17 instead of waiting for later seasons.
Silo
In a dystopian future, men and women reside in a vast underground silo governed by strict regulations, believed to shield them from the hazardous world above. The series delves into the complex social order within the silo and the mysteries surrounding their subterranean existence.
