Apple TV has renewed Imperfect Women for a second season centered on Eleanor, the character played by Kerry Washington. The new chapter is set in Martha’s Vineyard, with Washington returning to star and executive produce. Elizabeth Moss, star of Season 1 is also executive producing Season 2.
Per the official description, “Based on Araminta Hall’s novel of the same name, Imperfect Women examines a crime that shatters the lives of a decades-long friendship of three women. In season two, Eleanor (Washington) returns to her hometown roots in the affluent [Black] enclave of Martha’s Vineyard, only to find that beneath [its] idyllic surface, lie secrets and scandals that threaten to upend everything she thought she knew about her past.”
Season 2 is based on an original idea rather than the novel.
What did Kerry Washington say about the renewal?
Washington said, “We were thrilled to see how deeply these women and their stories resonated with audiences around the world, and I’m so excited to step back into Eleanor’s shoes. She’s intelligent and strong, but she also finds herself navigating complicated and sometimes messy situations. We at Simpson Street along with our incredible partners at Apple and Love & Squalor Pictures can’t wait to explore a fresh chapter for her and share where this story takes us next.”
Matt Cherniss, Apple TV’s head of programming, said, “After a wildly entertaining first season, driven by the performances of Kerry, Lizzie and Kate, we jumped at the opportunity to expand the world of Imperfect Women through Kerry’s fan favorite character of Eleanor. Annie and Justin’s thrilling new story felt like an exciting and natural next chapter. We can’t wait for fans to experience it.”
Who is behind ‘Imperfect Women’ Season 2?
Creator Annie Weisman, who showran the first season, returns as co-showrunner alongside Justin Hillian, whose credits include The Chi and Snowfall. Weisman and Hillian also executive produce.
Washington executive produces through her Simpson Street banner with Pilar Savone. Moss and Lindsey McManus, who optioned the book, executive produce through Love & Squalor Pictures, alongside author Hall. The series is a co-production between 20th Television and Apple Studios.
Apple TV has not announced a premiere date for Season 2.
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