Bad Monkey Season 2: All we know about Apple TV+ show’s renewal

The hit comedy Bad Monkey will return for another season on Apple TV+. Production moves from Miami and the Florida Keys to Los Angeles, with Vince Vaughn reprising his role as the lead character.

Renewal

Apple TV+ officially renewed Bad Monkey for a second season. The announcement followed over a month after the Season 1 finale. The delay was linked to logistical challenges surrounding the relocation of production. Moving to Los Angeles is significant, especially with the California film industry facing reduced activity. The series received a $20 million tax credit to facilitate this move. Weather challenges during filming in Florida also contributed to the decision.

The new season will feature original content. Although the first season was based on Carl Hiaasen’s Bad Monkey, plans to adapt Hiaasen’s Razor Girl have been adjusted. Instead, showrunner Bill Lawrence and the writers will craft an original storyline, influenced by Hiaasen’s style. Lawrence continues to manage multiple other projects, such as Shrinking on Apple TV+, the upcoming Scrubs reboot, and a potential fourth season of Ted Lasso.


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Cast and Characters

Vince Vaughn will return as Andrew Yancy, a former detective solving cases while working as a health inspector. While details on the returning cast remain unclear, it is possible that some characters from the first season will reappear. Season 1 featured a robust ensemble cast including L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney and Meredith Hagner.

Production

Bad Monkey is developed by Bill Lawrence through his production company, Doozer Productions. He serves as showrunner and executive producer alongside Jeff Ingold, Matt Tarses and Marcos Siega. Vince Vaughn and Liza Katzer also serve as executive producers. The move to Los Angeles marks a significant shift in the show’s production, but elements of Florida will still appear through pickup shoots.

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FAQs

Why is production moving to Los Angeles?
The relocation to Los Angeles was influenced by logistical needs, weather challenges in Florida and a $20 million tax incentive from California.

Will the storyline follow Carl Hiaasen’s books?
Season 2 will feature original content but remain inspired by Hiaasen’s themes and storytelling style.