Apple TV+ Orders Season 2 of 'Imperfect Women,' Pivoting to Kerry Washington’s Eleanor

Key points

• Apple TV+ has renewed 'Imperfect Women' for a second season, marking a transition from a limited series to an ongoing format.
• Season 2 will center on Eleanor, played by Kerry Washington, who will also serve as an executive producer alongside Elisabeth Moss.
• The new season is based on an original story by creators Annie Weisman and Justin Hillian, as there is no second book to adapt.
• The setting shifts from Los Angeles to the affluent black enclave of Martha’s Vineyard, exploring secrets and scandals in Eleanor’s hometown.
• Elisabeth Moss and Joel Kinnaman are not currently planned to return, though cast deals for Leslie Odom Jr. and Sheryl Lee Ralph are being finalized.

Background

This renewal follows a broader industry trend where streaming platforms convert limited series into ongoing shows, similar to recent moves with 'Big Little Lies' and 'The White Lotus.' Apple TV+ has recently expanded its slate with other renewals, including 'Slow Horses' Season 8, while also facing critical scrutiny over the execution of ambitious sci-fi projects like 'Dark Matter.'

Why it matters

The decision to pivot to a single character for the second season highlights Apple TV+'s strategy to leverage fan-favorite elements of limited series to build long-term franchises. It also demonstrates the platform's willingness to move away from source material when it lacks a sequel, relying instead on original storytelling to maintain audience engagement.

What to watch

Production for Season 2 is expected to begin soon, with cast negotiations for returning actors like Leslie Odom Jr. and Sheryl Lee Ralph still underway. The season will premiere on Apple TV+ in the future, following the finale's flash-forward scene.