The British crime thriller drama ‘Stay Close’ which is inspired by the novel of the exact title published in 2012 and written by Harlan Coben made its debut on Netflix on December 31, 2021. Although the series was just recently launched, it generally received mixed reviews with an average rating. However, the most asked question is whether or not the series will return with its second season.
Below we have compiled everything that is to know regarding the second season of ‘Stay Close.’
When is Season 2 of Stay Close Releasing?
Currently, the series has not been renewed. Netflix is yet to announce the renewal status sometime soon. However, it is not certain whether the ‘Stay Close’ series will return with its second season as it is considered to be a limited series, and based on the ratings and reviews by critics, it’s quite likely that fans would get to see a new season.
But on the off chance, the series is renewed, we’d get to see the new episodes in 2023.
The Cast of Stay Close Season 2: Who Will Return?
The official cast line is not confirmed as of now but most of the characters that appeared in the first season will likely return in the second season as well. Keep in mind that several other characters were killed in the previous season and it’s unlikely for those characters to return. The characters returning are–
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Cush Jumbo in the role of Megan Pierce-Shaw/Cassie
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James Nesbitt will be playing DS Michael Broome
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Richard Armitage will play Ray Levine
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Sarah Parish will portray the role of Lorraine Griggs
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Eddie Izzard will be seen playing the role of Harry Sutton
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Jo Joyner will be back as DC Erin Cartwright
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Youssef Kerkour will return as Fester
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Daniel Francis will reprise his role as Dave Shaw
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Dylan Francis will play Jordan Shaw
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Tallulah Byrne plays Laura Shaw
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Andi Osho portrays Simona
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Bethany Antonia plays Kayleigh Shaw
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Rachel Andrews plays Bea
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Poppy Gilbert plays Barbie
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Hyoie O’Grady will portray Ken
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Jack Shalloo portrays Brian Goldberg
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Phillip Gascoyne will play Chief Inspector Gary Blakefield
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Bethany Antonia plays Kayleigh Shaw
Stay Close Season 2 Plot: What Could Happen In Season 2?
The cast members have some theories regarding season 2 of Stay Close. Let’s find out below.
Star Richard Armitage (Ray Levine) revealed to RadioTimes.com that the concluding twist, which disclosed Dave to be an entirely accidental murderer, does leave a “tiny little door open” for a possible next season.
He comtinued: “It’s such a brilliant twist and one of the things that I like about it is the fact that you don’t really see what he’s done. You just know that there was somebody in the boot of that car.
“You don’t see him in the car, you don’t actually see the thing happen; it’s all in the viewer’s imagination. And of course, he doesn’t know what he’s done either, which I think is another brilliant opener for maybe Stay Close 2 – who knows?”
Fellow cast member Bethany Antonia (Kayleigh Shaw) conceded indeed there’s a chance for follow-up.
She said: “I think that it will come back to haunt them, but in a long time,” Antonia theorises. “It will be Kayleigh’s wedding when she’s like 35, and then she’ll see a yellow car and it will bring back all the memories.”
Where To Watch Stay Close Series?
The first season’s eight episodes are now available to watch on Netflix. Season 2 of Stay Close will also be dropped on Netflix if renewed.