The good folks at Bleedingcool.com have reported some great news for space sci-fi lovers, read on. So fans of the gripping space drama, 'The Ark', can now mark their calendars for a stellar date - July 17th. The series, a brainchild of Dean Devlin and Jonathan Glassner of the 'Stargate' franchise fame, is all set to launch its season two on SYFY.

Set a century into the future, 'The Ark' orbits around the concept of planetary colonization, a crucial survival strategy for the human race. Season one saw the courageous crew of Ark One venturing into the unknown, only to find their destination uninhabitable. In the upcoming season, the challenge escalates as they strive to locate a new home, not just for themselves, but for the multitude of ships tailing them.

The Ark | Official Trailer by SYFY/Peacock.

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A catastrophic event in season one had wiped out the technical crew and senior officers of Ark One, leaving the survivors to survive on dwindling resources. The heart of the series lies in this crew's struggle, their fight against unforeseen threats, and the desperate attempt to extend their journey. A star-studded ensemble cast, including Christie Burke, Richard Fleeshman, Reece Ritchie, Stacey Read, and Ryan Adams, breathes life into this compelling narrative.

Season one's massive popularity garnered 6.5 million viewers across various platforms, including SYFY and Peacock. The creators promise an equally thrilling, if not more, journey in season two. Devlin, co-creator of the show, revealed their philosophy to Bleeding Cool in April 2023, "The only thing expected is the unexpected." The creators intend to keep viewers on the edge of their seats, playing with anticipation and then diverting to an unexpected direction.

As for what's in store for season two, Glassner hints at the crew reaching some planets but emphasizes that 'The Ark' is about the journey, not the arrival. So, while there are no plans for it to morph into a colonization show, a spinoff isn't entirely off the cards.

To catch up on the space drama, season one of 'The Ark' is available for streaming on Peacock. Meanwhile, stay tuned for season two, promising to take you on a galactic ride like none other!

[BleedingCool.com]

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