Aahana Swrup
‘The Runarounds’ charts a coming-of-age story about a band of dreamers, fresh out of high school, who put everything on the line for the success of their rock band. The Prime Video show centers around Charlie Cooper and his titular band, including Bez, Neil, Topher, and Wyatt, who have one summer to prove their talent and actualize their ambitions of making music for a living. Naturally, the volatility of the industry, paired with the mountain of complications that come with young adulthood, paves a challenging path for the band. Even so, the boys and their associated allies refuse to give up fighting until the very end.
Fortunately, Charlie and the others managed to get signed by the end of season 1. Yet, in some ways, getting a record label backing is just the beginning for the ragtag pack. Thus, even though season 2 hasn’t officially been greenlit yet, fans are bound to grow curious about a possible continuation for the story. If the renewal comes soon enough, past trends suggest the next installment can potentially come out sometime around late 2026.
The Runarounds Will Face Life in the Limelight in Season 2
‘The Runarounds’ employs a unique premise, wherein it bases its narrative, at least partially, on the real-life experiences of the actual eponymous band. The on-screen musical act is made up of the real-life musicians William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jeremy Yun, Zendé Murdock, and Jesse Golliher, who embody the roles of their on-screen, partially fictionalized counterparts. Therefore, many of the storylines that Charlie and his friends undergo in season one are thematically inspired by the real-life experiences of Lipton and his actual band. The first season ends with the on-screen band getting signed with a record label, even if it’s an unexpected one. Thus, it’s likely that a potential season 2 will revolve around the experiences of the bandmates as they finally get an authentic taste of the music industry.
Considering the real-life band The Runarounds have been touring and putting on performances before and beyond the show’s release, the off-screen muses are bound to collect some interesting stories. As such, if the project decides to stick with its pseudo-biographical approach, we can expect the band’s real-life experiences to heavily influence the narrative avenues that season 2 might explore. So far, Charlie and the others have spent their summer playing small, local gigs, including community parties, events, and venues. However, under Danny Mace’s label, the boys will finally get to record music and put out tours under an official banner. Therefore, big things can be expected to be in store for the band, including the performing members and their team behind the scenes.
The Runarounds Season 2 Will Work Best With the Return of the Original Cast
‘The Roundarounds’ excels in its sense of authenticity, which manages to dispel over a largely fictitious tale. Part of this stems from the effortless chemistry between the central cast, which allows realism to bleed into their characters and the on-screen interpersonal relationships between them. Additionally, the musical talent and harmony of the leading actors easily complements the artistic themes of the story. Therefore, if the show returns for a season 2, it would most certainly have to bring back William Lipton (Chris), Axel Ellis (Neil), Jeremy Yun (Topher), Zendé Murdock (Bez), and Jesse Golliher (Wyatt). Likewise, the narrative will only benefit from the return of the additional non-official members of the band.
Therefore, we can expect characters Pete (Maximo Salas), the manager, Bender (Marley Aliah), the videographer, and Sophia, the songwriter, to reprise their roles. These characters are also interwoven with the band members’ personal lives. Thus, continuity for those storylines will retain the original spirit of the show. Alternatively, there are several characters whose return for season 2 remains uncertain. Amanda, the co-manager and Topher’s ex-girlfriend, leaves for Princeton at the end of season 1. Likewise, Catesby, the music shop owner who is revealed to be Charlie’s biological father, also seems prepared to exit the town of Wilmington. Although both these characters have interesting plotlines left to explore, the uncertain conclusion of their season 1 narratives leaves things up for speculation regarding Kelley Pereira and Mark Wystrach’s return for a possible season 2.
Creator Jonas Pate Already Has a Plan For The Runarounds Season 2
Even though ‘The Runarounds’ hasn’t been renewed for a season 2 yet, the creator behind the show might already have some plans in place for the project’s future. In a conversation with Entertainment Weekly, Jonas Pate shared his hope for the show. He said, “We have a whole architecture for five-plus seasons mapped out that tells the story of what happens to them (the band and their friends).” Therefore, fans can rest assured that the future of the protagonists is in capable hands. It’s likely that Pate and his screenwriters will build future narratives around storylines that have already been introduced in the show. For instance, we can expect Charlie’s budding romance with Sophia to play a huge role in season 2.
Similarly, his complicated relationship with his family, in light of the revelation about Catesby, is also bound to define the frontman’s narrative. On the other hand, Wyatt will likely deal with the challenges of his own convoluted family life now that his mother has entirely abandoned him following her escape from Wilmington. As for Bez and Topher, who push away lucrative offers in season 1 in order to stick with the band, the musicians can be expected to finally see the fruit of their labor through the stardom that Danny’s label offers. Yet, the tension between the drummer and the latter will possibly cause some friction. Lastly, Neil, the backup vocalist and lead guitarist of the band, is perfectly set up for a love triangle in the next season, wherein he might have to finally choose between his fling with Phoebe and the possibility of a real relationship with Bender.
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