Setting the Sail for Season 2!
The historical comedy-adventure series, “Our Flag Means Death,” that left audiences in splits with its humorously depicted misadventures of the infamous pirate Stede Bonnet and his quirky crew, is charting its course for a new season. Fans have been eagerly waiting for its triumphant return, especially with its adept mix of traditional allure and modern humor, promising even greater perils, wittier characters, and side-splitting situations.
Mark Your Calendars!
The buzz has it that the showrunner, David Jenkins, spilled the beans about Season 2 hitting our screens in October 2023. Although the exact date remains under wraps, this aligns perfectly with the slated appearance of the cast at New York Comic Con 2023, scheduled from October 12 to October 15.
Who’s Back On Deck?
Fans can rejoice as the majority of the beloved characters are anchoring back for the upcoming season:
- Rhys Darby as the unconventional Stede Bonnet
- Taika Waititi embodying Edward “Ed” Teach or the iconic Blackbeard
- Ewen Bremner playing Nathaniel Buttons
- Con O’Neill as Israel “Izzy” Hands
- Joel Fry stepping into the shoes of Frenchie
- Samson Kayo portraying Oluwande Boodhari
- David Fane as Fang
- Rory Kinnear as Captain Nigel Badminton
- Nat Faxon taking up The Swede’s mantle
- Leslie Jones enacting Spanish Jackie
The Voyage So Far…
For the uninitiated, “Our Flag Means Death” draws inspiration from the true tales of Captain Stede Bonnet, often dubbed as the Gentleman Pirate. Belonging to the Barbados elite, Bonnet astonishingly traded his affluent life to tread the perilous path of piracy. With a motley crew that ranged from a seaman with a pet seagull to a tone-deaf Swedish singer, Bonnet’s ship named Revenge was nothing short of a comedic spectacle.
In its maiden season set in the golden age of piracy, around 1717, we saw the prosperous farmer Stede Bonnet renounce his life of luxury, taking to the seas to pillage and loot. With a crew that was more adept at sewing and singing than swashbuckling, the misadventures were endless. Yet, amidst the blunders and capers, the underlying theme remained Captain Bonnet’s earnest desire for his crew’s happiness.
As the season progressed, audiences witnessed the deepening bond between Bonnet and the notorious pirate Blackbeard. However, this association becomes a point of contention, leading to potential dangers and unsuspected alliances.
what if stede says id tomorrow pic.twitter.com/5h3fYXYg2T
— Our Flag Means Death S2 Oct 5 on MAX (@ofmdframes) August 29, 2023
Charting New Waters!
What awaits Captain Stede Bonnet and his comically inept crew in the turbulent waters of season 2? With historical settings and contemporary wit, this uniquely captivating series promises more rib-tickling moments and unexpected turns. As “Our Flag Means Death” embarks on its new journey, one can only anticipate the hilarity and mayhem that will ensue. Prepare to hoist the sails and set course for a roller-coaster of a season!
