HIJACK Season 2:
If you’re still catching your breath from Hijack Season 1, well… you’ve got a few months to exhale before the adrenaline kicks back in. Apple TV+ just confirmed that Hijack Season 2 will officially premiere on January 14, 2026 — and yes, Idris Elba is back in full action-hero mode.
What’s the New Crisis?
Season 1 turned a routine seven-hour flight from Dubai to London into a heart-pounding chess match between a group of hijackers and one very composed negotiator (Elba’s Sam Nelson). It was claustrophobic, clever, and surprisingly grounded — think 24 meets Flightplan, but cooler.
Now in Season 2, the stakes shift from the skies to the underground. Literally. This time, Sam finds himself caught in another hostage crisis — but this one unfolds in the Berlin U-Bahn (that’s the city’s metro system, for the uninitiated). So, yes, the tight corridors, unpredictable danger, and high-stakes negotiations are back — just with a new setting and probably fewer tray tables.
Who’s In It?
Of course, Idris Elba returns as Sam Nelson, bringing back that perfect mix of confidence, strategy, and “don’t-mess-with-me” energy. Fans will also recognize familiar faces like Archie Panjabi, Max Beesley, and Christine Adams, while Season 2 introduces new cast members like Toby Jones, Lisa Vicari, and Clare-Hope Ashitey — all names that suggest we’re in for some serious dramatic heft.
Behind the scenes, the dream team remains intact. Creators George Kay and Jim Field Smith return to write and direct, and Elba once again serves as executive producer.
When & How to Watch
The new season kicks off on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with the first two episodes dropping on day one. After that, new episodes will release weekly, wrapping up the eight-episode season by the end of February. So, no, it won’t be bingeable in one weekend — but that might be a good thing. (Let the suspense build!)
You’ll need a subscription to Apple TV+, and yes, it’s available globally, so you’re covered whether you’re watching from Mumbai or Manhattan.
What to Expect
Apple hasn’t dropped the full trailer yet, but if Season 1 was any indication, we’re in for another tightly wound thriller that plays out in real time, ramps up the tension with each passing minute, and reminds you to maybe breathe once in a while. With the setting moving to Berlin’s underground rail system, expect a new kind of pressure cooker atmosphere — fewer passengers, tighter spaces, and absolutely no exits.
Final Thoughts
Hijack isn’t just another action show — it’s smart, grounded, and knows exactly how to mess with your nerves in all the best ways. With Elba once again at the center of chaos, we’re all in for another ride — only this time, it’s not at 30,000 feet.
So mark your calendars: January 14, 2026, Apple TV+. Let the second hijack begin.
