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Prime Video Renews 'Scarpetta' With Season 2 Now in Production

Despite divided reviews, the Nicole Kidman–led adaptation of Patricia Cornwell's novels is drawing strong viewing.

Overview

  • Prime Video confirmed the renewal Tuesday as the cast announced in a social video that production on Season 2 has begun.
  • A premiere date for the second season has not been announced.
  • All eight episodes of Season 1 debuted March 11 on Prime Video, driving binge-watching and positive viewer buzz reported by entertainment outlets.
  • Adapted from Cornwell’s forensic thrillers, the series spans present-day and 1990s timelines as Dr. Kay Scarpetta returns as Virginia’s chief medical examiner.
  • The ensemble includes Nicole Kidman, Jamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, Simon Baker, Ariana DeBose, Rosy McEwen, Jake Cannavale and Hunter Parrish.