La Palma has continued to dominate Netflix’s trending charts for an entire week since its release. However, the question arises: is a Season 2 feasible? Surprisingly, there might be a creative path forward.
The captivating series made its debut on December 12, exploring a dramatic real-world scenario wherein a potential volcanic collapse on La Palma, part of the Canary Islands, could unleash a massive tidal wave inflicting havoc on Europe and the East Coast of the United States.
Focusing on scientists striving to alert the world while grappling with chaos on the island, the show presents a riveting tale. Although the original theory from 2001 has seen significant debunking over the years, it’s the thrill of storytelling that captivates audiences, making it both engaging and controversial.
With a substantial viewership tuning in, speculation about a possible Season 2 of La Palma is inevitable. While the likelihood may seem slim, it’s far from impossible. **Heads up: Spoilers are ahead!**
A Possible Path for La Palma Season 2
Since Season 1 concluded with closure, a potential second season could adopt an anthology format, spotlighting another significant, pressing natural disaster theory.
Alternatively, Season 2 might examine the consequences of the volcanic disaster. However, one could argue that simply exploring the aftermath may not provide sufficient material for an entire season’s worth of content.
At the end of the initial series, the lead family—comprising Jennifer (Ingrid Bolsø Berdal), Fredrik (Anders Baasmo Christiansen), Sara (Alma Günther), and Tobias (Bernard Storm Lager)—find refuge on Tenerife, a neighboring island.
Doctoral student Marie (Thea Sofie Loch Næss) also reaches safety, albeit not without personal loss, having lost her brother amidst the turmoil.
Given that the series has been labeled a “limited series,” the chances for a La Palma Season 2 may appear dim; however, the streaming world is known for its surprises.
If Netflix’s analytics push for a sequel, exploring other terrifying natural disaster scenarios could become the new focus. A prime candidate is the long-established theory about a possible “supervolcano”eruption at Yellowstone in the United States, which could bring devastating effects to multiple regions across the country.
Additionally, the Cascadia subduction zone located off the Pacific Northwest coast represents another potential disaster scenario. This fault line poses a threat of 9.0+ magnitude earthquakes and could trigger tsunamis reaching up to 98 feet high.
Such a new narrative could once again spotlight scientists racing against time, attempting to predict the eventual “Big One,”while communities grapple with preparation or the lack thereof.
Another compelling possibility for Season 2 could shift focus to Antarctica, where the Thwaites Glacier, ominously termed the “Doomsday Glacier,”is rapidly melting. The storyline could vividly depict the sudden collapse of the glacier, leading to catastrophic sea-level rise and flooding that would impact nations everywhere.
While these ideas remain speculative and current indications suggest no plans for renewal, embarking on an anthology victimizes the series title. It’s also essential to recognize that while these theories are intriguing from an entertainment perspective, they are incredibly improbable to affect our lifetime—if ever.
Advancements in scientific research have greatly enhanced our understanding of these phenomena, indicating that many proposed scenarios are based on worst-case projections or span timelines of thousands of years.
So, fear not! Rest easy at night as you enjoy La Palma, streaming now on Netflix.
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