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Since its announcement back in 2021,Most Dangerous Gameis finally making a return with Season 2, aptly titledMost Dangerous Game: New York. Continuing the same “man hunts man” plot line as its preceding season, Season 2 introduces a fellow boxer-slash-fighter who finds his way sucked into a highly rewarding game, with only one simple rule: don’t get killed.
The first season ofMost Dangerous Gamedebuted on Quibi on August 12, 2025. Originally underthe now-defunct streaming platform Quibi, which had a life span of less than a year, the show was eventually picked up by Roku (along with other titles such asReno 911!). Since Quibi’s officially closed down, you may catch Season 1 of the show on Amazon Prime Video, with all 15 episodes compiled as a 2-hour 7-minute feature film.
Featuring a brand-new protagonist, deadlier challenges, and a very familiar, Oscar-winning face, here’s everything we know so far about the latest season ofMost Dangerous Game: New York.
Is There Already a Trailer for Most Dangerous Game: New York?
The trailer forMost Dangerous Game: New Yorkintroduces us to Miles Sellars, a hunt organizer as he introduces talented fighter Victor Sueros to his organization. Sellars believes that Victor has got what it takes to bring a sense of entertainment into their dangerous little game, but Victor doesn’t appear all too amused. However, the hefty prize money is more than enough reason to convince him to participate in Miles’ little ruse, especially since he needs the money for his younger sister’s release. Jam-packed with high-energy action scenes and thrilling escapades, the series follows Victor as he’s on the run from being hunted, and what better way to avoid a bunch of killers than in the rowdiness of New York City?
When Is the Release Date for Most Dangerous Game: New York?
The upcoming season is set to premiere on June 03, 2025.
Where Can We Watch Most Dangerous Game: New York?
Most Dangerous Game: New Yorkisa Roku-produced streaming seriesthat is only available on the Roku Channel. To watch the series, you must have a Roku streaming device or a Roku TV, as well as access to the Roku Channel.
If you don’t have a Roku device, you can still watch the series by downloading the Roku Channel app on your smartphone or tablet and streaming it to your TV via a compatible device, such as a Chromecast or an Apple TV.
What Is Most Dangerous Game: New York About?
Following the same storyline as the first season,Most Dangerous Game: New Yorkrevolves around Victor Suero, a fighter who’s currently going through some tough times. But despite the hurdles in front of him, Victor would sacrifice anything to keep his younger sister protected - even if it means putting his life on the line for a game organized by a complete stranger.
Most Dangerous Gameis originallyadapted from a short story of the same name, written byRichard Connellin 1924. It is a thrilling tale about a big game hunter named Sanger Rainsford, who becomes the hunted when he falls off a yacht and washes up on an isolated island. The island is owned by General Zaroff, an ex-Russian military officer who has grown bored with hunting animals and has turned to hunting humans instead.
General Zaroff invites Rainsford to join him in his game, and when Rainsford refuses, he becomes the target of the general’s hunt. Rainsford must use all of his skills and wits to survive and outsmart General Zaroff’s traps and tricks. The story explores themes of morality, ethics, and the primal survival instinct. It has been adapted into several films and has become a classic in the thriller genre.
Who Is Creating Most Dangerous Game: New York?
Most Dangerous Game: New Yorkis directed bySam HillandNick Santora. Before this season, Santora,Josh Harmon, andScott Elderworked on the originalMost Dangerous Game. The series was produced by CBS Television Studios in association with Silver Reel Pictures and produced for the streaming service Quibi.
Colin Davis, Roku’s head of scripted series, commented on how the first season of Most Dangerous was received by the public and what audiences can expect in the new season:
“Audiences gravitated towards the dynamic storytelling and uncompromising action of season one. Nick Santora’s script for season two takes the thrill to the next level in New York and with David Castañeda joining Christoph Waltz, it was an easy decision to bring Most Dangerous Game back for another season.”
Who Can We See in Most Dangerous Game: New York?
David Castañedastars as Victor Sueros, a “down-on-his-luck” fighter who’s desperate to do anything to provide for his sister, even if it means potentially getting harmed along the way. Castañeda is best known forhis portrayal of Diego Hargreeves in the Netflix original seriesThe Umbrella Academy, which premiered in 2019. Before his breakout role inThe Umbrella Academy, Castañeda appeared in several films and TV shows, includingSicario: Day of the Soldado,Jane the Virgin, andSwitched at Birth. As Castañeda shares his thoughts about his role:
“When I read the script I couldn’t sleep for a few days,” Castañeda said. “Thinking of a man given the opportunity of making money to provide for his sister — it reminded me of my family, their struggle and ingenuity in necessity. This story will connect with them and hopefully many more. Also, Christoph Waltz is the man. I can’t wait to jump on this opportunity with Roku and bring the streamers along for a thrilling ride.”
Joining him is none other thanHollywood legendChristoph Waltz, reprising his role as hunt organizer Miles Sellars. Waltz gained international recognition for his portrayal of SS Colonel Hans Landa inQuentin Tarantino’s 2009 filmInglourious Basterds, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He also won another Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Dr. King Schultz in Tarantino’s 2012 filmDjango Unchained.
Also included in the cast lineup areAnna Gunn,Ciara Bravo,Martina Ortiz Luis, andAaron Poole.
