Hulu Renews Thriller "Furious" for Season 2

Hulu has renewed its critically acclaimed psychological thriller "Furious" for a second season, the streamer announced on August 27, 2026. The renewal comes just days before the first season's finale is set to debut on Monday, August 31. The series, which premiered on July 27, has been a significant hit, with viewership growing steadily each week.

Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, the show stars Emmy Rossum as FBI Agent Alice Black, who is hunting a mysterious and calculating female serial killer portrayed by Lola Petticrew. The official logline states that as their lives intertwine, "the line between right and wrong begins to blur." The series is loosely inspired by the 1987 neo-noir film "Black Widow," which starred Debra Winger and Theresa Russell.

The show has garnered strong critical praise, holding a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 81 on Metacritic. According to Hulu, viewership has increased week over week, with views for the seventh episode up 40% from the premiere based on one-day viewing. This growing audience and critical acclaim made the renewal a widely expected move.

"Furious" features an ensemble cast that includes Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Scoot McNairy, Jake...