Prison School Season 2: The anime adaption of the popular Japanese manga has not yet been renewed. Here’s everything you need to know!
Prison School is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Akira Hiramoto. Following the premiere of the anime adaptation, the manga series gained international acclaim and received a plethora of favourable reviews. The show, which was well-known for its edgy and humorous style, made a lasting impression on viewers with its distinct fusion of bawdy humour and an engaging plot.
It tells the tale of Kiyoshi, Gakuto, Shingo, Joe, and Andre, the five new male students who enrolled in the previously all-girls Hachimitsu Academy. The Underground Student Council forces the boys to spend a month in the school’s prison when they get caught trying to snoop around the female students’ bathing area.
It’s been eight years since the premiere of Prison School, and fans are dying to know if it will be renewed for a second season. If you have the same question, you have come to the right place. Here’s everything you need to know!
Will there be Prison Break Season 2?
There is currently no information available about a sequel. The fact that the anime’s producers are being silent about it is really depressing. There have been some whispers floating around the community regarding Season 2, but nothing official has been released. However, there have been no signs that Prison School has been cancelled. There may be lengthy pauses between seasons, like with several anime series, thus the fact that the show hasn’t been officially terminated should be considered a plus. There are several other factors considered when renewing an anime.
Availability of source material
The anime is an adaptation of Akira Hiramoto’s manga series of the same name. While the first season delved into a substantial part of the source material, there’s still a considerable portion of the manga available for animation. This very fact significantly boosts the chances of a second season coming to fruition.
The manga has 28 volumes (277 Chapters). The first season aired from July 11, 2015 – September 26, 2015, covered the first 82 chapters of the manga. An OVA released on March 4, 2016, covers Chapter 82 through Chapter 89 of the manga. So, there is more than enough source material available for adaptation.
Studio Availability
The animation studio’s availability plays a crucial role in greenlighting a second season. J.C. Staff, renowned for their dedication to high standards and meticulous work, might have a full plate with ongoing projects or prior commitments. Should the studio be tied up, it could indeed affect the schedule and viability of Prison School season 2.
Popularity and reception of the anime and source material
Decisions regarding the continuation of a series in the anime industry heavily rely on audience demand and popularity.
On myanimelist.net, Prison School manga has an impressive score of 7.49/10 from 59,878 users. By March 2018, the manga had over 13 million copies in circulation. In 2013, Prison School won the 37th Kodansha Manga Award in the general category.
Talking about anime, on myanimelist.net, Prison School has an impressive score of 7.61/10 from 587191 users. It is the 153rd most popular anime on the platform.
So, we can say that the Prison School franchise is quite popular and has a dedicated and loyal fanbase. There is a demand among fans for the second season.
Streaming and licensing
The future of any anime series greatly depends on the availability and licensing of the series on various streaming platforms. A strong partnership between the production company or studio and streaming platforms not only expands the series’ reach but also secures crucial financial backing for the future. Streaming platforms often contribute to the funding of anime projects, and their involvement can be pivotal in greenlighting a continuation.
Prison School Season 2 Release Date
Since Prison School Season 2 hasn’t been announced yet, there is no release date. However, if it gets renewed early next year then we can expect a Fall 2024 release. We will keep you informed on any new information about season 2 that comes our way.
Prison School Season 2 Plot
The first season of the anime ended at the conclusion of the boys’ imprisonment arc, with the boys gaining their release and the Underground Society Club being imprisoned instead. The second season would center on the captivity arc of USC.
The Official Student Council is presented as the new antagonist of the tale, with a past of hostility between the two groups, and this arc centers on the problems of USC as the former abusers find themselves mistreated.
The first season of Prison School only covered the first arc of the plot, but there is enough material for more adaptation.
Final words
While the future of Prison School anime remains uncertain, several factors contribute to the possibility of its continuation. The popularity and demand of the series, the availability of the source material, financial aspects, streaming and licensing factors. All these factors hold significant weight in influencing the decision-making process.
Eight years have passed since the first season aired. The manga also ended in 2019, so there’s no real reason to make another season
According to some anime enthusiasts, usually, if an anime doesn’t get a sequel within 1-3 years, it won’t ever get it. There have been exceptions and a few examples where it happened after many years, but almost 99% times it didn’t happen.
Despite the anime community being quite hopeful, the chances of getting Prison School Season 2 are quite low.
Where to stream Prison School?
Fans can stream the first season of Prison School on Crunchyroll and Funimation.