'Murderbot' Season 2 Adds Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Steve Buscemi, and More to Cast

Apple TV+'s 'Murderbot' has announced a significantly expanded cast for its second season, including Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Tramell Tillman, Blair Underwood, Steve Buscemi, Martha Plimpton, and Patton Oswalt, among other notable actors.

19 Aug, 14:22 — 19 Aug, 16:45

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The addition of a star-studded cast to 'Murderbot' Season 2 signals Apple TV+'s continued investment in its popular sci-fi programming. This influx of talent is likely to generate significant buzz and attract new viewers to the critically acclaimed series.

Key entitiesSteve Buscemi Michael Sheen Wanda Sykes Apple TV Murderbot Tramell Tillman Blair Underwood Martha Plimpton

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varietyMostly Factual5d ago

Steve Buscemi, Tramell Tillman, Katy O’Brian, Nicholas Braun Among Cast of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2

“Murderbot” has added a murderer’s row of talent for its upcoming second season. The Apple TV sci-fi series, which stars Alexander Skarsgård as the titular Murderbot, has added the following cast members for Season 2: Blair UnderwoodBrendan HuntBridget EverettBritne OldfordDamian YoungDivian LadwaElla Jay BascoEtienne BeydonGriffin NewmanJaedynn LatterJason GeorgeKali ReisKaty O’BrianMaddy StraussMarc MenchacaMartha PlimptonMeredith SalengerMichael SheenNia […]

By Joseph Otterson

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual4d ago

Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Tramell Tillman Among Host of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2 Guest Stars

The Apple TV series will also feature Blair Underwood, Steve Buscemi, Martha Plimpton and several others.

By Rick Porter

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deadlineMostly Factual5d ago

‘Murderbot’ Adds Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Patton Oswalt & Many More To Season 2 Cast

More than a year after it was renewed, Apple TV is gearing up for Season 2 of Emmy-nominated sci-fi/ comedy series Murderbot, adding a slew of new cast. Joining the upcoming season are Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Patton Oswalt, Martha Plimpton, Bridget Everett, Michael Sheen, Tramell Tillman, Blair Underwood and Brendan Hunt to name a […]

By Denise Petski

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Apple TV’s Hit Space Opera Series Adds Steve Buscemi & 24 Others To Stacked Murderbot Season 2 Cast

Apple TV's highly anticipated space opera sci-fi series' return is coming with a stacked season 2 cast that includes Steve Buscemi and Michael Sheen.

By Jordan Williams

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First report: variety · 19 Aug, 14:22|Full coverage: 4 · 2h|Window: 2h

variety19 Aug, 14:22First to report

Steve Buscemi, Tramell Tillman, Katy O’Brian, Nicholas Braun Among Cast of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2

deadline19 Aug, 14:39

‘Murderbot’ Adds Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Patton Oswalt & Many More To Season 2 Cast

screen-rant19 Aug, 14:41

Apple TV’s Hit Space Opera Series Adds Steve Buscemi & 24 Others To Stacked Murderbot Season 2 Cast

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'Murderbot' Season 2 Adds Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Steve Buscemi, and More to Cast

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Steve Buscemi, Tramell Tillman, Katy O’Brian, Nicholas Braun Among Cast of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2

Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Tramell Tillman Among Host of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2 Guest Stars

‘Murderbot’ Adds Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Patton Oswalt & Many More To Season 2 Cast

Apple TV’s Hit Space Opera Series Adds Steve Buscemi & 24 Others To Stacked Murderbot Season 2 Cast

Coverage Timeline

Steve Buscemi, Tramell Tillman, Katy O’Brian, Nicholas Braun Among Cast of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2

‘Murderbot’ Adds Steve Buscemi, Wanda Sykes, Patton Oswalt & Many More To Season 2 Cast

Apple TV’s Hit Space Opera Series Adds Steve Buscemi & 24 Others To Stacked Murderbot Season 2 Cast

Michael Sheen, Wanda Sykes, Tramell Tillman Among Host of ‘Murderbot’ Season 2 Guest Stars

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