The Night Manager Season 2 out on Amazon Prime Video: Early reviews mixed but promising

The Night Manager Season 2 premiered on Amazon Prime Video on January 11, 2026, with the first three episodes now available to stream.

The British spy thriller, starring Tom Hiddleston as Jonathan Pine, returns nearly a decade after its original 2016 season and has sparked a mix of critical responses following its release.

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A New Mission and Global Threat

The new season continues Pine’s story as he is pulled back into espionage, this time facing a fresh and complex global threat involving Colombian arms dealer Teddy Dos Santos. The plot picks up with Pine working under a new identity and navigating shifting loyalties in a dangerous international conspiracy.

Critics generally agree that the production values, performances and intrigue remain strong, with Hiddleston’s return widely praised. Some reviews highlight the show’s maintained sense of style and intelligent spycraft, noting its sleek direction and continued global setting.

What Critics Are Saying

However, several reviewers also caution that Season 2 feels slower and less immediately gripping than the first season. Some critics point to sluggish pacing in early episodes and note that the story takes time to build momentum.

A few commentaries describe the new villain and ensemble as less compelling than the original’s iconic figures, though others praise the chemistry among the cast and Hiddleston’s sustained charisma.

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In general, early feedback suggests that while The Night Manager Season 2 may not fully match the impact of its predecessor, it still offers a stylish and well-crafted thriller worth watching for fans of the genre.

The Night Manager Season 2 will continue with weekly episode releases on Prime Video every Sunday until its planned finale in early February.