Imagine New York City’s nightlife buzzing like a live wire, where dreams and danger collide. That’s the vibe of Black Rabbit, the Netflix thriller that dropped its first season on September 18, 2025. Jude Law and Jason Bateman star as brothers caught in a messy tangle of family drama and mob trouble. Fans tore through the episodes in one night, and now everyone’s asking: is Black Rabbit Season 2 coming? Here’s the full scoop, straight from the streets, on what’s known so far.
What Made Black Rabbit Season 1 Unforgettable
Black Rabbit isn’t just another crime show—it’s a gritty, heart-pounding story about brotherhood under pressure. Jude Law plays Jake Friedkin, the polished owner of Black Rabbit, a trendy NYC restaurant ready to skyrocket. Things look perfect until his chaotic brother Vince, brought to life by Jason Bateman’s sly charm, shows up. Vince drags trouble—loan sharks, old grudges—turning Jake’s world upside down as he dives into New York’s dark underbelly.
The six hour-long episodes, created by Zach Baylin (King Richard) and newcomer Kate Susman, mix high-stakes heists with raw family tension. It’s got that New York edge, like a late-night diner buzzing with secrets. Critics call it “dark, gripping, and real,” giving it a solid 73% on Rotten Tomatoes. Bateman, directing the first two episodes, makes every scene feel like a punch you didn’t see coming.
The Cast That Stole the Show
The real magic? The actors. Jude Law’s Jake is all cool control, cracking under pressure. Jason Bateman’s Vince is reckless, like a spark near gasoline. Cleopatra Coleman shines as a tough ally with her own agenda, while Sope Dirisu adds brooding intensity. Dagmara Domińczyk brings sharp wit, and the ensemble—Abbey Lee, Odessa Young, Robin de Jesús, Chris Coy, Troy Kotsur, Amaka Okafor—keeps the plot twisting. Filmed over 163 days in NYC, wrapping in September 2024, the show feels alive, like the city itself is whispering the story.
Is Black Rabbit Season 2 Happening?
Here’s the deal: Netflix hasn’t announced a second season for Black Rabbit. It launched as a limited series, meant to tell a complete story in one go. Baylin and Susman tied up the brothers’ saga with a finale that hits hard, leaving few loose ends. Back in 2022, it was pitched as a one-off, and the ending feels final, like a book slamming shut.
But here’s the thing—limited series can come back. Look at The White Lotus or Beef. If Black Rabbit climbs Netflix’s charts (and it’s already trending, with millions of trailer views), the suits might reconsider. No word from Netflix yet, but keep tabs on Tudum or the cast’s socials. With Bateman’s Aggregate Films and Law’s Riff Raff Entertainment behind it, there’s clout to push for more. For now, Season 1’s stealing the spotlight.
