Untamed Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix: What’s Next for the Wildest Murder Mystery on Streaming?

Netflix just dropped the plot twist we didn’t know we needed: Untamed, the gritty, wilderness-soaked murder mystery starring Eric Bana, is officially returning for Season 2. Yes, the series that made you side-eye national parks and question every park ranger’s backstory is back. It was originally marketed as a limited series, but clearly Netflix has read the room and realized we want more rugged suspense, more secrets buried under pine needles, and yes, more of Bana brooding in a forest.

So what can fans expect from this unexpected second act? Here's your go-to guide for everything we know so far about Untamed Season 2 renewal, including the return of the fan-favorite cast, the creative team steering the ship, and where this twisty thriller might head next.

Why Was Untamed Renewed for Season 2?

Let’s be real. You don’t just cast Eric Bana and Sam Neill in a one-off and call it a day. Despite being labeled a limited series, Untamed quickly climbed Netflix’s global charts after its release on July 17. With its moody cinematography, morally grey characters, and murder set against majestic Yosemite vistas, viewers couldn’t get enough. The buzz was real, the numbers spoke, and Netflix made the only logical move: greenlight another season.

And according to Bana himself, he's thrilled to return:

“The response to Season 1 has been a testament to the incredible effort by our crew to deliver something truly unique. I can’t wait to take Kyle on his next journey.”

Translation: he’s back, and there will be drama.

What’s the Plot for Season 2?

Plot details are still tightly wrapped like a ranger’s emergency tarp, but here's what we know. Season 1 wrapped up the central murder mystery and ended with Kyle Turner stepping away from Yosemite, seemingly ready for a fresh start. That open door is now an open road.

Season 2 will likely follow Turner into a new national park, where more federal secrets and wild crimes await. Think True Detective vibes, but with more bears and bureaucrats. There’s even speculation that the show could take on an anthology format, bringing back Turner for a new case in a new setting with a rotating supporting cast.

Who’s Returning for Season 2 of Untamed?

Eric Bana is locked in, which is really all most fans need. As for the rest of the cast, Netflix has not yet confirmed who will return. Season 1 featured a stellar ensemble including Sam Neill, Rosemarie DeWitt, Lily Santiago, Wilson Bethel, and Raoul Max Trujillo. Depending on the direction of the new story, some may return, while others could be replaced by new characters tied to the next case.

Behind the camera, showrunners Mark L. Smith and Elle Smith are also back in action, ensuring that Season 2 keeps the same gritty tone and high-quality storytelling fans loved the first time around.

When Will Untamed Season 2 Hit Netflix?

While no official release date has been announced, we can play detective ourselves. Given the show’s renewal was just confirmed and production timelines for a series like this typically run at least a year, we’re probably looking at a mid to late 2026 premiere. That gives you plenty of time to rewatch Season 1 and start speculating wildly about where Turner is headed next.

A Wild Ride Worth Waiting For

Untamed returning for Season 2 is proof that great storytelling, a killer setting, and a brooding lead can still win the streaming game. With more dark secrets, more park-based intrigue, and probably a few new corpses, the next chapter is shaping up to be even wilder than the first.

Whether you’re here for the mystery, the manhunt, or just to hear Eric Bana deliver lines like a grizzled forest prophet, this renewal is the best news since “skip intro” became a thing.

Ready for the ride? Drop your theories, your favorite moments from Season 1, and your dream national park setting for Season 2 in the comments. Let’s get wildly speculative.