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Prime Video’s announcement ofSecret Level- a new animated anthology series - has the internet hyped and looks like a show with plenty of potential, but it also makes me hopeful a project two years in the making may finally happen.Secret Levelis set to arrive in Decemberand comes from the creative team behind Netflix’s hit anthology show,Love Death & Robots. It will consist of 15 short stories set in different video game universes and feature several animation styles, withAmazon already confirming numerous huge gaming franchises forSecret Level’sfirst season.
The concept sounds incredibly interesting, and the project looks like it could be a massive success, making it the perfectLove Death & Robotsreplacement. WhileSecret Levelrightfully has fans excited about the multitude of games that will be getting fresh adaptations, the show’s announcement has me thrilled for a completely different reason. The return of anthology series on Prime Video indicates that the streaming platform is once again willing to experiment with unique animated projects, which gives me a lot more confidence that a divisive show from two years ago may actually get a deserved second season.
The Boys Presents: Diabolical Deserves A Second Season After Secret Level’s Announcement
The Boys Presents: Diabolical Provided Plenty Of Fun Stories
WithSecret Levelofficially on the way, Prime Video should invest in a second season of their other anthology show,The Boys Presents: Diabolical. The series received predominantly positive reviews - although some episodes lacked significantly compared to others - but this is a symptom of the genre, and I’d still love to seeDiabolicalreturn. While not every episode was canon,Diabolicalhelped contribute toThe Boys’timelineand delivered multiple memorable episodes, particularly “One Plus One Equals Two”. The short story provided some important backstory for Homelander, and I’m eager to see a second season explore similar concepts.
The Boys Presents: Diabolicalseason 1 consisted of eight unique episodes.
Although the project may not have suited everyone’s taste, there was clearly an audience for the show, and it fits the current direction Prime Video is exploring.Secret Levelsounds like a bit of a risk, yet the early reception to its reveal has been overwhelmingly positive, suggesting audiences want these types of shows, which makesDiabolical’s return all the more logical. WithThe Boys’spinoff clearly having a lot of potential to improve upon the first installment and tell new stories, I hopeSecret Levelbecomes a massive hit and makes Amazon consider finally givingDiabolicala second season.
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Will The Boys Presents: Diabolical Ever Get A Season 2?
The Boys' Continuous Expansion Suggests A Second Season Is Still Possible
Despite how much promiseThe Boys Presents: Diabolicalseason 2 has on paper, getting the project greenlit is another matter. While Seth Rogen has shown ambition for another installment, there haven’t been many major updates on the show, meaning the next season is unlikely to happen anytime soon. However, withThe Boys' Vought RisingandGen Vseason 2 updates at San Diego Comic-Con alongside the previously announcedThe Boys: Mexico,it’s clear the franchise has plenty of intention to expand even after the main series finishes, showing there is room for moreDiabolical.
Given not all ofDiabolical’s episodes are canon, the spinoff show could easily include central characters in fun side adventures or give them additional backstories, allowing the cast to reprise their roles even after the story ends.
WhileThe Boysseason 5 will be the last outing for the main show, it seems the universe will continue well beyond 2026, and the animated series may help keep the franchise alive. Given not all ofDiabolical’s episodes are canon, the spinoff could easily include central characters in fun side adventures or give them additional backstories, allowing the cast to reprise their roles even after the story ends. Prime Video could comfortably return to the show at any time, and ifSecret Levelmeets expectations,The Boys: Diabolicalseason 2 feels likely to happen in the future.
Secret Level Is A Great Sign For The Future Of Animation On Prime Video
Prime Video’s Impressive Animated Catalog Looks Like It Will Continue To Grow
WithSecret Levelpotentially paving the way forThe Boys Presents: Diabolical’s return, the show’s arrival is a great sign of Prime Video’s animated future. Having already produced a number of animated hits,it seems Amazon is continuing to invest in this part of its streaming platform, which will hopefully continue for the foreseeable future.Invinciblehas been one of my all-time favorite Prime Video shows, andBatman: Caped Crusaderalso gave me some nostalgia for the 90s cartoons, butSecret Levelwill offer something entirely different, opening the door to more original animated projects in the coming years.
Although Netflix has been guilty of canceling animated series too early, they do have an impressive catalog, while Disney and HBO also have a variety of strong shows. Therefore, it’s all the more important that Prime Video keeps creating fresh ideas andSecret Levelis a step in the right direction. It will capitalize on the popularity of gaming adaptations while also bringing a number of big IPs to the platform, and if the series is a hit, I’m confident Amazon will pursue even more animated projects, which is exactly what the platform needs to grow.
Secret Level
Secret Level is an adult animated series exploring original short stories set within the worlds of popular video games. Each episode introduces new adventures, delving into iconic gaming classics and forthcoming titles to unlock captivating narratives and immersive experiences. Created by Tim Miller, the series celebrates gaming culture.
