Summary
A fan poster for season 2 of Moon Knight has sparked excitement, despite the fact that Marvel's Disney+ lineup rarely includes multiple seasons for their shows. The possibility of Moon Knight season 2 seemed unlikely until now.
The recent TV shakeup by Marvel Studios could potentially have a positive impact on Disney+ shows like Moon Knight. With the possibility of new seasons, there is an opportunity to explore a different format that includes additional episodes, improved storytelling pacing, and a structure similar to traditional television.
In Moon Knight season 2, Marc Spector's reappearance could potentially serve as a stepping stone for his involvement in a crossover event spanning across multiple franchises on the big screen.
A new fan poster for Moon Knight season 2, featuring Oscar Isaac's return as the mystical anti-hero, builds excitement for his comeback in the MCU. Phase 4 introduced promising characters who are likely to play important roles in the Multiverse Saga and potentially in Avengers: Secret Wars. Among these characters is Moon Knight, who battled an MCU villain in a six-episode miniseries. After defeating Arthur Harrow and fully embracing his role as Khonshu's avatar, Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight is expected to make a comeback in the MCU. However, updates on Moon Knight season 2 have been scarce. While Loki is currently the only MCU show confirmed for a second season in Phase 5, Moon Knight is also a strong contender for a Disney+ follow-up. The Instagram page of digital artist @marvels.wolverine presents an imaginative concept for a Moon Knight season 2 poster, showcasing the hero gliding in front of a full moon using his cape. Take a look at the fan poster below:
Is Moon Knight Season 2 Actually Happening?
While Moon Knight season 1 left room for a potential second season, the likelihood of Moon Knight season 2 occurring appears to be uncertain. Director Mohamed Diab suggests that season 2 is unlikely due to Marvel's plans, which may not prioritize multiple seasons. Most of the MCU's shows are contained stories without definite plans for direct continuations. Characters like Moon Knight are prepared to transition to the big screen after their initial small-screen debut. However, certain shows like WandaVision and Loki guarantee sequel shows or new seasons as their premise naturally adapt to long-form storytelling.
Marvel has acknowledged that their approach to TV has not been the most successful thus far. While this may seem like negative news for all Marvel series, it could, in fact, benefit Disney+ shows like Moon Knight. Since only a few MCU Disney+ series have fully utilized the TV format, Moon Knight season 2 and other shows could be revamped with more episodes and better-paced narratives. With an improved structure, Moon Knight season 2 presents an ideal opportunity to revisit unresolved plot lines from the season 1 finale, such as Jake Lockley's introduction and Layla's newfound responsibilities as the Scarlet Scarab.
With no other confirmed appearances in the Multiverse Saga, Moon Knight's return in Moon Knight season 2 could set the stage for Oscar Isaac's Steven Grant/Marc Spector to have a supporting role in a franchise-wide crossover such as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty or Avengers: Secret Wars. It's worth noting that it took a few years for WandaVision and Loki to continue with Agatha: Darkhold Diaries and Loki season 2, respectively. If confirmed soon, Moon Knight season 2 is expected to be released in 2024. This time, the episode count for Moon Knight could possibly exceed six.