The high-stakes drama of Apple TV+’s thriller series “Hijack” is moving from the skies to the underground. Star and executive producer Idris Elba returns as negotiator Sam Nelson for a tense new crisis set on a Berlin train. The second season is set to premiere globally in just a few days, with a weekly release schedule for its eight episodes.
Complete Hijack Season 2 Episode Release Schedule
The second season of “Hijack” will follow a traditional weekly release pattern on Apple TV+. This allows viewers to follow the real-time tension of the crisis week-by-week.
The season begins with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. After that, one new episode will arrive every Wednesday. The season finale, Episode 8, is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Here is the complete list of release dates for each episode:
- Episode 1: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
- Episode 2: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 (Part of the two-episode premiere)
- Episode 3: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Episode 4: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
- Episode 5: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
- Episode 6: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
- Episode 7: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
- Episode 8: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
All episodes are expected to be available for streaming at 12:00 AM Pacific Time (3:00 AM Eastern Time) on their respective dates. This schedule is consistent globally across the over 100 countries where Apple TV+ is available.
What to Expect in the New Season
For the new season, the action relocates from a hijacked airplane to a Berlin underground train. The official description states that commuters are taken hostage while authorities on the ground work to save hundreds of lives. Sam Nelson once again finds himself at the center of the unfolding disaster.
A key twist suggested by the promotional material is that Sam may be under suspicion. Investigators are questioning whether he is involved in the new hijacking, with the motive being “justice or revenge”. This adds a complex layer to his character as he navigates the crisis.
The show’s creators have hinted at exploring Sam Nelson in new situations. Executive producer Jim Field Smith noted, “I think Sam as a character is really compellingโฆ and I think it would always be interesting to see how he would react in other situations”.
The season picks up two years after the events of the first hijacking on Flight KA29. The plot for the premiere episode, titled “Signal,” indicates that Sam is thrust into another life-threatening ordeal, but this time, the stakes are more personal.
Returning Cast and New Faces
Idris Elba leads the returning cast as Sam Nelson, reprising his Emmy-nominated role. He is joined by several familiar faces from season one, including Christine Adams as Marsha, Max Beesley as Daniel O’Farrell, and Archie Panjabi as DCI Zahra Gahfoor.
The new Berlin-set story introduces a host of talented actors to the series. New cast members for season two include Christian Nรคthe, Clare-Hope Ashitey, and Lisa Vicari. They are joined by acclaimed actors Toby Jones, Karima McAdams, and Christiane Paul.
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How to Watch Hijack Season 2
“Hijack” is an Apple TV+ exclusive series. To watch the new season, a subscription to Apple TV+ is required. The service is priced at $12.99 per month in the United States, but it offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers.
Apple TV+ is widely accessible. It can be watched through the Apple TV app on iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, and Apple TV 4K devices. The app is also available on popular smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, and others, as well as on streaming devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and gaming consoles such as PlayStation and Xbox. Viewers can also stream directly at tv.apple.com.
For a limited time, customers who purchase and activate a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 4K, or Mac are eligible for three months of Apple TV+ for free. The entire first season of “Hijack,” consisting of seven episodes, is currently available to stream on the platform for those who need to catch up.
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