This fall, fans of Showtime’s riveting drama, Yellowjackets, are in for a treat. After basking in the digital limelight since its early July release, the second season of this popular thriller will soon find a home on the DVD shelves. Slated for release on October 10, 2023, Paramount Home Entertainment ensures that the wait will be worth it, boasting an array of special features that promise to enthrall the series’ devoted audience.
Having premiered its sophomore season on March 26, 2023, Yellowjackets built on its inaugural season’s success, running a compelling 9-episode series that concluded on May 28. A striking difference from its predecessor, which had 10 episodes. But if you’re already doing the math, the show’s episode count isn’t stopping at 19. Fans are already abuzz about a special bonus episode that’s set to bridge the narrative between Seasons 2 and 3. This bonus delight, announced in June 2023, will round off the episode tally to a neat 20 by the time the third season rolls out.
Fans diving into the Season 2 DVD release will be treated to all nine episodes, and Paramount goes a step further by uncovering the intricate process behind the show’s creation for a deeper connection. “Behind the Buzz: Episodes 1-9” serves as an episodic breakdown, guiding viewers through the journey of each episode’s conception to its screen execution. There’s also a noteworthy inclusion of a cover for “No Return,” the series’ evocative intro theme, by the legendary Alanis Morissette. Rounding off the special features is Creating Yellowjackets, a featurette crafted to plunge viewers into the origins and making of this television sensation.
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Unpacking the Emmy-Nominated Saga of Yellowjackets
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To the newcomers, Yellowjackets stands out as more than just your average drama series. It weaves the haunting tale of a high school soccer team’s plight after a plane crash leaves them stranded in the unforgiving Canadian wilderness. Spanning two timelines, the series seamlessly transitions between their desperate 19-month survival odyssey and their lives a quarter of a century later. The cast reads like a who’s who of Hollywood royalty, with names like Melanie Lynskey, Tawny Cypress, Juliette Lewis, Christina Ricci, and a guest appearance by Elijah Wood, ensuring performances that grip and don’t let go.
Adding to its repute, the show’s mantle already boasts 7 Emmy nominations from its debut season, sweeping categories like Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actress (Lynskey), and Outstanding Supporting Actress (Ricci). And it seems the awards scene still can’t get enough. The second season has fetched itself 3 nods for the 2023 Primetime Emmy Awards, contending yet again for the Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series and Outstanding Drama Series accolades. Lynskey, with her standout portrayal, is back in the race for the Outstanding Lead Actress award.
The Yellowjackets Season 2 DVD isn’t just a mere physical release; it’s an invitation. An invitation to relive the suspense, to understand the craft, and to anticipate what lies beyond. Come October, make sure you’ve cleared your schedule and your DVD player is ready.
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