A series available on Amazon Prime Video has been described as an ‘absolute must-watch’ due to its captivating nature, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating a second season.
This platform hosts several engaging original dramas, including a thriller that Stephen King has praised as ‘bone-shaking and terrifying’.
If you’re in search of your next binge-worthy show, this TV series is definitely one to consider.
The series stars Maggie Q and revolves around an LAPD detective who leads the under-resourced cold case division within the Robbery-Homicide Unit.
According to Amazon’s synopsis: “As she peels back layers of crimes spanning decades, including a serial killer’s string of murders and a murdered John Doe, she soon uncovers a dangerous conspiracy within the LAPD.
“With the help of her volunteer team and retired detective Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver), Detective Ballard navigates personal trauma, professional challenges, and life-threatening dangers to expose the truth.”
This show is a spin-off of the police procedural drama Bosch, which is also favored by Stephen King.
Titled Ballard, the series is named after the main character Renee Ballard, portrayed by Maggie.
On Rotten Tomatoes, critics have given Ballard a perfect score of 100 percent.
“A crisp procedural with a magnetic lead in Maggie Q, Ballard is a worthy sibling series to Bosch that comes with its own unique strengths,” stated their consensus.
In contrast, viewers rated it at 77 percent, with one reviewer giving it five stars and calling it ‘terrific in every way’.
“Absolute must watch!” commented another viewer. “Engaging, a true slow burn that keeps you on edge and wanting more.”
“I was riveted every moment of every episode,” another fan shared, adding: “My only criticism is that I wish they’d filmed more episodes for season one.”
Fans continue to express their desire for more. “More more more please,” pleaded one social media user, while another echoed: “Highly recommend and hope there’s another season to come.”
On Reddit, the conversation persisted with one viewer stating: “Great show. Hope it gets a second season since it ended on a HUUUUUGE cliffhanger.”
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding a second season of the popular show.
However, considering that the show just premiered in July, it may still be early, leaving ample time for Amazon Prime Video to confirm a continuation.
Adding to the anticipation, star Maggie Q has hinted that there’s already a strong plan for a second season.
In an interview with Men’s Journal, she revealed that the creative team has ‘a great lineup for season two, story-wise,” and expressed optimism about returning.
During another discussion with The Hollywood Reporter, she suggested that if the series receives approval, filming could begin as early as fall 2025.
With the show concluding on a cliffhanger and topping Prime Video’s watch charts, there’s reason to be hopeful.
Ballard is currently available for streaming on Prime Video.