Schmicago, here we come.
Apple TV+ has renewed the musical comedy series Schmigadoon! for a second season, which will be full of new original musical numbers.
Cecily Strong, Keegan-Michael Key, Academy Award-winner Ariana DeBose, Dove Cameron, Jaime Camil, Kristin Chenoweth, Alan Cumming, Ann Harada, Jane Krakowski, Martin Short and Aaron Tveit are set to return, with Tituss Burgess and Patrick Page joining the cast.
Having found true love in the town of Schmigadoon, Season 2 of Schmigadoon! will find Josh (Key) and Melissa (Strong) in Schmicago, the world of ’60s and ’70s musicals.
Schmigadoon, co-created by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, was honored with an AFI Award after its global premiere on Apple TV+ last year. It has gained widespread recognition and awards, including a Critics Choice Award nomination for Chenoweth for Best Supporting Actress.
Season 2 will join a growing list of international smash Apple originals that have just been renewed for a second season, including Severance, Pachinko, The Afterparty and Slow Horses.