Renewed or Cancelled?
The Diplomat is a British television series that airs on Alibi. It is set entirely in Spain and stars Sophie Rundle as Laura Simmonds, the local British Consul, and Serena Manteghi as Alba Ortiz, her Catalan deputy. The show does not have an exact genre, but it is a mix of drama and an inert thriller mystery that reflects in the dual storylines.
Despite its exotic setting and vast narrative horizons, The Diplomat is not quick-paced. Some indecisive execution ensures it is neither a focused character study nor a continuous observational social commentary piece. The Diplomat is selectively descriptive and can be seen more as a slice-of-life drama than anything else.
What is The Diplomat Season 1 About?
Laura Simmonds, Alba Ortiz, and Carl work at the British Consulate General in Barcelona to serve the grievances of British citizens. In recent times, there has been an uptick in crime against British citizens visiting Spain.
A new head of the department, Sam Henderson, joins the team, but something is not right about him. Things spiral when it is discovered that the death of Jay Sutherland, a British national, is a murder and part of a more extensive cover-up involving influential names in the city like Fabian Hartmann.
Sam has secrets and must carefully balance his professional facade and fundamental objectives. Laura is caught up trying to be more involved than she has to be and must work with her colleagues to figure out the truth. Finally, Jay’s father, Colin, joins them in Barcelona, and his haunting search for answers will see him never stop trying.
Has The Diplomat Been Renewed for Season 2?
At the time of writing, Alibi has not renewed The Diplomat for season 2. Given Alibi’s track record of not restoring many shows, we do not expect the series to be renewed.
Generally, Alibi and other streamers gauge numerous metrics before renewing a show, including how many people initially watch it and then looking at the drop-off rate. With some shows, cancellations or renewals happen quickly (Squid Game, Bridgerton & Shantaram). Other times, it can take months before a decision over a show’s future is made.
The Diplomat has done okay with ratings and reception. However, the show was conceived as a limited series with a single season. That is how Alibi has marketed it as well.
Given how the show is set up, we’re sure The Diplomat will not be renewed. Why? If one looks at the ending, there isn’t much left to unpack. We have seen most of the subplots resolved in the final episode, and continuing the story would only make our previous experience more uninteresting.
We’ll update this section with accurate details over the coming weeks and months when we know more!
What We Know About Season 2 So Far:
Barely anything is known about season 2 as Alibi has not made definitive decisions about the show’s future yet. However, likely, this will not be renewed.
If there are any significant updates, we’ll update this section and let you all know.
FAQ:
Q: What is The Diplomat?
A: The Diplomat is a drama series set in Spain, following the lives of Laura Simmonds, the local British Consul, her Catalan deputy Alba Ortiz, and Carl, as they work at the British Consulate General to serve the grievances of British citizens in Barcelona. The story follows the team as they try to uncover the truth behind the death of a British national and a more extensive cover-up involving influential names in the city.
Q: Has The Diplomat been renewed for Season 2?
A: At the time of writing, The Diplomat has not been renewed for Season 2. The show was marketed as a limited series with a single season, so it is unlikely to be renewed.
Q: What are the ratings and reception of The Diplomat?
A: The ratings and reception of The Diplomat have been okay but not exceptional. However, since the show was conceived as a limited series, this is not a significant factor in determining whether it will be renewed for another season.
Q: When will we know if The Diplomat will be renewed for Season 2?
A: There is no set timeline for whether The Diplomat will be renewed for Season 2. It can take months before a decision over a show’s future is made. Alibi and other streamers typically look at numerous metrics before renewing a show, including how many people initially watch it and then looking at the drop-off rate.
Q: Is The Diplomat worth watching?
A: Whether The Diplomat is worth watching depends on your personal preferences. If you enjoy slow-paced dramas with exotic settings and a mix of genres, you may enjoy The Diplomat. However, this may not be the show for you if you prefer fast-paced shows with a clear genre focus.
