Blade Runner, one of the most iconic science fiction franchises, is preparing to premiere a sequel next year. Amazon has officially announced that the long-developed Blade Runner 2099 series will premiere in 2026. The series will directly continue the story of the two films released so far.

Blade Runner 2099 Series Coming Soon

As the title suggests, the series will take place in Los Angeles in 2099, exactly 50 years after Blade Runner 2049. The story focuses on Cora, a character who spends her life constantly on the run and changing identities.

Desiring to create a more peaceful life for her brother, Cora teams up with a fellow Blade Runner named Olwen to achieve this goal. Along the way, the pair are drawn into a massive conspiracy that will affect the fate of the entire city.

The series features a prominent cast. Hunter Schafer, known for his role in Euphoria, will portray the main character, Cora. Veteran actress Michelle Yeoh, who won an Oscar for her role in Everything Everywhere, All at Once, plays Olwen, a replicant nearing the end of her life.

Tom Burke, Dimitri Abold, and Daniel Rigby also join the cast. The series is produced by renowned director Ridley Scott, with the script written by Silka Luisa, known for her work on Shining Girls. Jonathan van Tulleken (Shogun, Misfits) is directing the first episodes.

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