Chicago Party Aunt: Season 2 Confirmed? All the Buzz and Updates!

The animated Netflix series Chicago Party Aunt, which initially flew under the radar, has garnered a dedicated following eagerly anticipating a second season. Centered around the wild escapades of Diane Dunbrowski (played by Lauren Ash), a party-loving troublemaker who unexpectedly takes in her struggling nephew Daniel (portrayed by Rory O'Malley), the show reveals that despite her penchant for nightlife, Diane possesses a kind heart and noble intentions. While the first part of Chicago Party Aunt received a mixed reception from viewers, critics responded favorably to the show's second installment.

Originally conceived as a parody Twitter account focused on a character known as the "Chicago Party Aunt" who frequently tweeted about the city's culture and local news, the show was eventually acquired by Netflix. Working alongside Chris Witaske, the creator of the Twitter account, Katie Rich and John Barinholtz collaborated on transforming the character into episodes ranging from 20 to 30 minutes in length (according to NBC Chicago). Despite the show's unique concept, the creative team managed to amass a significant following for its second part. Given the growing fanbase, it's no surprise that there is speculation surrounding a potential renewal for a second season.

Chicago Party Aunt Was Only Picked Up for 16 Episodes

Big Name Voice Actors Maintain Busy Schedules

When Deadline revealed the details of Chicago Party Aunt, they announced a total of 16 episodes divided into two parts. Netflix has successfully delivered on this initial order with the release of season 1. However, there is no guarantee that a second season will be granted for Chicago Party Aunt, as Netflix appears to be moving away from adult animated series. Recent cancellations of shows like Big Mouth, Q-Force, and Adventure Beast point to a trend of cutting back on animated content, presumably due to the higher production costs associated with this genre. Arena Animation has previously shed light on the reasons why animated shows tend to be more expensive than live-action productions. This shift in focus raises doubts about the future of Chicago Party Aunt on the streaming platform.

While Witaske showed enthusiasm for continuing the show in his interview with WGN-TV, the voice actors of The Chicago Party Aunt face busy schedules. Lauren Ash is currently starring in Not Dead Yet and Kiff, pursuing a music career, and co-hosting the True Crime & Cocktails podcast. Rory O'Malley is currently involved in Hungry and Lost & Found In Cleveland. In addition to that, RuPaul dedicates his time to producing various versions of RuPaul's Drag Race. Jill Talley, on the other hand, is juggling roles in 10 different animated TV shows, including The Loud House. It's worth noting that these are just four out of the ten main actors involved in The Chicago Party Aunt.

As of June 2023, despite any potential scheduling conflicts, Netflix has not yet canceled the beloved series Chicago Party Aunt. The dedicated cast members have expressed their passion for the show, with Lauren Ash stating, "I believe that audiences will initially be drawn to the comedy, but they will ultimately be captivated by the heartfelt moments." Rory O'Malley, who portrays the character of Daniel, echoed this sentiment in an interview with ScreenRant, emphasizing the significance of playing a gay character as a gay man himself. Considering these compelling factors, it is highly likely that Netflix will proceed with a second season of Chicago Party Aunt.