The article contains spoilers for The Changeling finale.
Summary
If The Changeling season 2 is greenlit, showrunner Kelly Marcel assures that it will provide satisfying resolutions to the lingering queries left behind by the conclusion of season 1. The season 1 finale of The Changeling has left viewers in a perplexing and inconclusive state, potentially necessitating the reading of the book for a comprehensive comprehension.
The uncertain future of Apple TV+ necessitates each season of a show to be self-contained rather than relying on future seasons for resolution.
Updating the Changeling for season 2 is showrunner and executive producer Kelly Marcel. The Changeling, based on Victor LaValle's novel, features LaKeith Stanfield from Atlanta and Clark Backo from Letterkenny. The series follows the journey of Stanfield's character, Apollo, as he searches for his wife Emma (played by Backo), who commits a shocking and inexplicable act after their child's birth. With eight episodes, the dramatic series on Apple TV+ left viewers with unanswered questions after its finale.
Marcel discussed the ending of The Changeling season 1 and the possibility of a second season in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. She mentioned that if the show is renewed, the story will continue where it left off and acknowledged the many unanswered questions from season 1. Marcel confirmed that these questions will be addressed in season 2, which will also reveal the secrets, Easter eggs, and hidden elements that viewers may have missed. She expressed surprise at how many people didn't notice the significance of the water in the show and promised to revisit it and provide answers.
The Changeling Ends Season 1 On A Risky Note
Marcel is once again providing hints to unlock the season 1 finale of The Changeling. This is because the last episode concludes in an ambiguous manner, leaving the fates of Emma and Apollo uncertain. Some viewers found it challenging to decipher the finale without having read the book on which the series is based. If a season 2 does come to fruition, it would center around the second half of the book. However, this poses a risk due to the recent trend of show cancellations.
Apple TV+ has recently cancelled several shows, including City on Fire, High Desert, and the Uma Thurman drama Suspicion. This marks a shift from the streamer's previous approach of rarely cancelling its original programming, as it focused on bolstering its catalog. The renewal of The Changeling is not guaranteed, and if it does not happen, viewers will be left with an incomplete story.
Each season should be able to stand on its own instead of being viewed as a mere prerequisite for the most important parts. This is especially significant given the current uncertainty regarding renewals. The team behind The Changeling hopefully has confidence in their ability to carry on with the story.