Super Crooks was one of the most-streamed anime series on Netflix in 2021. It was praised for its aesthetic visuals and powerful protagonists. In addition, the unique blend of the superhero with the heist genre has made many fans love the show. Super Crooks is a fun take on the ever-growing superhero content. So, naturally, a show with much praise would get a renewal. However, as the source material hinders the production, fans have been expressing concern over a second season. So, will there be a Super Crooks Season 2? Who will be in it? What will be the story? Keep reading to find out.
Super Crooks is an anime television series based on the comic books of the same name. Super Crooks, the comics were written by Mark Millar with art by Leinil Francis Yu. Motonobu Hori directed the anime television series at Studio Bones. The first season of the anime has thirteen episodes. Netflix started streaming the anime worldwide in November 2021. The series serves as a spin-off to Jupiter’s Legacy, the American television series based on the superhero comics by Mark Miller.
Lack Of Source Material!
There are some factors to consider while determining the renewal of anime adaptation. Factors like viewership, source material, production hurdles weigh a lot on the final decision behind a renewal. In the case of Super Crooks, fans are concerned and doubtful over a second season due to the lack of source material. Super Crooks Comics is a limited four-part series by Mark Miller.
The story of the comics only focused on the heist by the supervillain gang. However, the Netflix animation series has extended the limited series with original content. The first season of Super Crooks had thirteen episodes. And only the last three episodes were based on the source material. The first ten episodes of the series provide a back story for the protagonists and focus more on the dynamics between the characters. So, there are concerns over the lack of source material.
However, fans are hopeful that the staff of Super Crooks and Mark Miller himself can always create original content for the show. But all of this depends on the demand. Coming to the popularity and the performance of the show. The show was quickly named one of the most-watched series on Netflix in 2021. Thanks to its perfect blend of American and Japanese art styles, many fans from outside the anime world were also introduced to it. Provided that the staff and Netflix are interested in the series, there is a high chance that Super Crooks might return for a season 2.
Production Details!
The first season of Super Crooks premiered on November 25, 2021. The streaming platform has made no comment on the renewal status of the heist series. Studio Bones, most known for animating hits like My Hero Academia, Fullmetal Alchemist, Sk8 the infinity Season 2 Season, produced Super Crooks. However, as Studio Bones is having a busy year working on many other anime, fans might have to wait for a while for the studio to pick up Super Crooks again. In addition, Netflix is known for waiting a long time before releasing news to gain as much viewership it can. So, fans will have to wait for a while for Johnny and his gang.
Netflix first announced the project two years before the premiere of the anime. Major details on the cast, staff were announced in June 2021. With the trailer and visuals releasing in October 2021. So, we can expect a similar pattern for season two. If Super Crooks gets a renewal, it will take at least a year for Netflix to reveal additional details about the show. The first announcement can be expected to come during the Fall season of 2022.
Super Crooks Season 2 Cast: Who Might Return?
Considering that Netflix has decided on a second season for Super Crooks. Fans can expect the return of Kenjiro Tsuda. He plays the role of Johnny Bolt, the protagonist. Johnny initially wanted to be a superhero. But turns to thievery after accidentally hurting some students. We see Johnny and his gang happy and proud over their successful heist at the end of season one. Moreover, Johnny is one of the most favorite characters of the show. So it is highly likely to see him return in season 2.
Another cast member who could return is Maaya Sakamoto. She plays yet another fan-favorite character, Kasey. She plays the role of a psychic who just wanted a normal life. In addition, Hiroshi Yanaka, who plays the main villain, Matts, could also return. The first season ends with the big reveal that Matts is still alive. So fans can expect the enraged villain to take his revenge on Johnny and his team.
What Happened In Season 1?
Season One of Super Crooks starts with a young Johnny who discovers he can manipulate electricity. However, his first public appearance as a hero is backfired tragically, which causes him to divert to a path of thievery. The show then jumps into the future, where Johnny gets out of prison. There he meets his girlfriend, the psychic Kasey. Soon Johnny head with the young hero Praetorian who catches him thieving. However, Kasey comes on the scene and saves him.
After that, the couple meets the Heat, an old mentor of Kasey. He asks them to join a crew to steal back the helmet of Count Orlok, his friend. So, Johnny and Kasey join Ghost, the Diesel brothers, McCabe, and Forecast in a heist. Their first heist backfires, and they avoid narrow death. The team goes back to their everyday lives. However, they return to honor and help Heat take down Salamander four years later. The second heist is a success.
What Will Be The Plot Of Season 2?
The source material by Mark Miller was a four-part comic series. And the series has adapted the whole story in the last episodes. The series ends with a straightforward ending. So, as there is not much room for a second story, a sequel will be hard to imagine. However, there is still hope as the first ten episodes of the series were not based on the comics. Johnny and his gang of misfits could entertain fans with another heist.
Furthermore, as Super Crooks is part of Jupiter’s Legacy universe. There could be a crossover happening. With the bastard still alive, he will likely make another appearance to destroy Kasey and her life with Johnny. The feud between the heroes and villains triggered by Praetorian might go worse. And Johnny and his friends might find themselves fighting heroes. A fight between Kasey, Johnny and the bastard seems inevitable. After the duo beat him in his own game.
Super Crooks Season 2 Release Date?
As of now, there has been no announcement regarding a second season for Super Crooks. Studio Bones will be very busy with many projects this year. Therefore, it might take time for the studio to focus on Super Crooks again. So, unless Netflix considers renewing the show, Super Crooks might not return for another season. However, if the show returns, fans can expect it to release in late 2023 or early 2024.