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Tom Segura has more “Bad Thoughts” to share.
Variety has learned exclusively that Netflix has officially picked up a second season of “Bad Thoughts,” the six-episode dark comedy created by and starring comedian Segura.
The series, which premiered in May, blends cinematic storytelling with Segura’s signature warped sense of humor, taking audiences through a series of unsettling and often outrageous scenarios. Described as a “dark and twisted” exploration of unthinkable fantasies, the show gained a substantial following for its boundary-pushing tone and sharp comedic lens.
The first season cast included Shea Whigham, Dan Stevens, Rachel Bloom and Rob Iler in his first role since “The Sopranos.” Segura’s mother had a visceral reaction when he screened the first few episodes for her, which the streaming giant leaned into for its marketing campaign. “We had her watch a few episodes in a private screening room with hidden cameras,” Segura told Variety in April, laughing. “She told me, ‘Give the money back. You can’t air this. I’ll never see my friends again.’”
“It was such a thrill to get the opportunity to entertain and horrify audiences with our very ‘Bad Thoughts’ on Netflix,” Segura said in a statement. “We’re all so excited to push things further with Season 2. I promise your family will not approve of what we do.”
Segura, who serves as creator, director, executive producer and lead actor on the series, is joined by executive producers Ryan P. Hall, Molly Mandel, Jeremy Konner, Craig Gerard and Matthew Zinman. YMH Studios produces the series.
“Bad Thoughts” is currently on the Emmys ballot and competing for outstanding short form (comedy, drama or variety program), in addition to short form performer for Segura.
No release date has been announced for Season 2.
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