Ever since Countdown Season 1 wrapped up on Prime Video with that jaw-dropping finale on September 3, 2025, fans have been itching to know: will the action-packed crime drama return for another round? The cliffhanger left everyone hanging, and the buzz on social media is real. Here’s a rundown of everything known about the chances of Countdown Season 2.
A Quick Look Back at Countdown Season 1
Countdown, dreamed up by Derek Haas, follows LAPD detective Mark Meachum (Jensen Ackles) as he gets pulled into a secret task force to dig into a Homeland Security officer’s murder. Teamed up with folks like Amber Oliveras (Jessica Camacho), Nathan Blythe (Eric Dane), Evan Shepherd (Violett Beane), Keyonte Bell (Elliot Knight), and Lucas Finau (Uli Latukefu), Meachum uncovers a wild conspiracy threatening Los Angeles. The 13-episode season, which hit screens on June 25, 2025, packed in heart-pounding action, messy team dynamics, and a finale that left fans yelling at their TVs for answers.
That ending, with its big twist around Oliveras and a new mystery, has everyone talking. But has Prime Video given the green light for more? Let’s dig in.
Is Countdown Season 2 Officially Happening?
As of September 2025, Prime Video hasn’t said yes or no to Countdown Season 2. No renewal, no cancellation—just radio silence. This isn’t a shock, though. Streaming platforms often take their sweet time crunching numbers after a season drops. Unlike heavy hitters like Reacher that got quick renewals, Countdown is still in limbo, which has some fans nervous.
Derek Haas, the show’s mastermind, sounds hopeful but cagey. In a chat with Bleeding Cool, he said, “No big updates yet. Got some fans at Prime who love the show, so fingers crossed, but no clue on timing.” He nudged fans to keep watching, saying, “If you’ve been waiting to binge, now’s your moment!” Sounds like those viewership stats are gonna be make-or-break.
Jensen Ackles is all in for more, too. Talking to Variety, he hyped up the writers’ choice to tie up the main plot by Episode 10 and use the last three episodes to tease a new case. “It’s a clever move,” he said. “Sucks if it ends here, though!” He’s clearly stoked, even dropping hints about exploring Meachum’s untold story during a 10-month gap, which has fans dreaming of Season 2.
