The Epic Journey of Invincible: Unveiling Robert Kirkman's Vision for Seasonal Triumphs

Summary

Invincible creator Robert Kirkman hopes for around seven or eight seasons in order to fully adapt the comic.

In Season 2, Omni-Man will confront Viltrumite justice while Invincible assumes the responsibility of safeguarding Earth. Despite the ongoing strikes and the two-year gap between seasons, overcoming these obstacles could lead to long-term success and a complete adaptation of the comic book.

Invincible creator Robert Kirkman envisions a long run for the show. Based on the comic series by Kirman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, the animated adventure follows a young superhero as he learns to master his powers. Throughout the series, Invincible confronts aliens, government entities, and even his own father. Season 1 concluded in 2021, with season 2 scheduled for release on November 3.

The future of Invincible hinges on the success of season 2. While there are no guarantees for future seasons, Kirkman expressed his desire to adapt the entire comic series, aiming for approximately seven or eight seasons, although he acknowledges that this may change. In his own words:

The Future Of Invincible

Rather than specifying a specific number, I prefer to view it as a constantly evolving objective. I believe that a range of approximately seven to eight seasons could suffice. However, there may be certain aspects that progress at a quicker pace, while others may require further elaboration. If our series is fortunate enough to have a long and successful run, I believe that would provide ample time to encompass the entirety of the comic. Additionally, there are certain elements that were not included in the original comic that I would like to explore. It would be exciting to incorporate some episodes that are completely original into our future plans.

The future of Invincible lies in season 2 as the story continues. Season 1 concluded with Omni-Man retreating to space after a brutal fight with his own son. Now, Omni-Man will have to answer to Viltrumite justice for abandoning his duties and leaving the Earth vulnerable. Meanwhile, Invincible is thrust into a larger role as Earth's protector, as the Guardians of the Globe have been wiped out. With no one else to defend the planet, he and his fellow young heroes must step up to the challenge.

The high stakes are expected to make this season exciting, although the extended break between seasons may pose a challenge for Prime Video. Should the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes persist until November 3, the cast will be unable to promote the upcoming episodes effectively. This will significantly hinder marketing efforts and exacerbate the already lengthy two-year gap between seasons.

Nevertheless, if the show manages to overcome these obstacles, it has the potential to replicate the resounding success of its first season. Eight seasons is an impressive run for any animated series, but it seems plausible for Invincible. The compelling storyline of Invincible's conflict with his father has enough substance to drive multiple seasons of engaging content. If season 2 of Invincible proves to be as exceptional as its predecessor, Kirkman might just realize his dream of fully adapting the comic.

Source: Polygon