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The new series of Good Omens will once again take place in London, beginning at Aziraphale’s bookshop, when “an unexpected messenger presents a surprising mystery.” As Gaiman explains, “We are back in Soho, and all through time and space, solving a mystery, which starts with an angel wandering through Soho, with no memory.” Along with the two leads, Neil Gaiman is also returning to serve as co-showrunner with Douglas Mackinnon and co-writer with John Finnemore.
Based on Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s 1990 novel of the same name, the first series of Good Omens follows in its printed word predecessor with its presentation and exploration of various Christian themes and figures, all handled with the humor and insight that both Gaiman and Pratchett are well known for. The story follows various characters, all of whom are trying to either encourage or prevent the coming of an imminent Armageddon. Centering on Michael Sheen and David Tennant as Aziraphale and Crowley, an angel and a demon, who over 6000-years have formed a bond that transcends their respective sides in the holy war.
Picking up in 2018, the long-time angel and demon acquaintances have grown accustomed to life on Earth as representatives of Heaven and Hell but must seek to prevent the coming of the Antichrist and thus Armageddon, in the final battle between Heaven and Hell. The first season features a hugely talented ensemble cast including Adria Arjona, Miranda Richardson, Michael McKean, Jack Whitehall, Jon Hamm, and Frances McDormand as the voice of God.
The second season of Good Omens will be comprised of six-episodes, with plans to begin filming in Scotland later this year. This comes to us courtesy of Entertainment Weekly.
