Citadel, the spy thriller series helmed by director brothers Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, alongside Jessica Yu and Newton Thomas Sigel, has received immense love from audiences around the world. The series, starring Indian actress Priyanka Chopra and Scottish actor Richard Madden, has now emerged as the second most watched series on Amazon Prime Video worldwide. After the first season of Citadel emerged as a huge success, latest reports suggest that the show is being renewed for Season 2.

Joe Russo at the helm of Citadel Season 2

According to recent updates, Citadel Season 2 is confirmed by Amazon Prime Video and is expected to start rolling soon. Unlike the first season, which is helmed by several directors, including the Russo Brothers, Jessica Yu and Newton Thomas Sigel, the second season will be directed solely by Joe Russo. However, the reason behind this major change is yet to be revealed. David Weil, the famous writer, will return to Citadel Season 2 as the showrunner. Anthony Russo, on the other hand, will stay on as one of the show’s executive producers.

Amazon Prime Confirms Citadel Season 2

The producers of Citadel, Amazon and MGM Studios confirmed the reports about Citadel Season 2, recently with an official statement. “Citadel is truly a global phenomenon. We have always aimed to create a new franchise rooted in original IP that will grow Prime Video’s international audience. Its massive global debut audience is a testament to Joe and Anthony Russo ‘s remarkable vision, the incredible talents of Richard Madden, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Lesley Manville and Stanley Tucci, and the tireless work of the creative teams, cast and crew,” studio head Jennifer Salke said in the statement.

About Citadel

Priyanka Chopra essays the role of an Asian spy named Nadia Sinh in Citadel. The series features Richard Madden in the role of another spy, named Mason Kane. Stanley Tucci, Lesley Manville, Osy Ikhile, Ashleigh Cummings, Roland Moller, Caoilinn Springall, and others appeared in supporting roles. Citadel is jointly produced by Amazon Studios, Gozie AGBO and Midnight Radio.

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