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Geek Feed
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Feed
Netflix's Bet has been Greenlit for Season 2
As a fan of the Kakegurui anime, I wasn't so sure when Netflix gave a first look at the live-action Bet, but the series has apparently been a hit with audiences, and a second season has been officially announced. Check out the post from the series star Miku Marineau: it's official. BET is returning for season 2! — Netflix Geeked (@NetflixGeeked) June 24, 2025 The ending of the first season has hinted that the series is only going to get more dangerous. Though the fight with the student council is over, Yumeko and her new ally Kira now have to take on Kira's father and his team of reach jerks. I'll admit, as someone who also read the manga, the way the live-action series went was really different, but I guess some people still enjoyed it—enough for a second season to actually happen. Personally, I think that the series kind of drops a lot of the things that made the original anime interesting. Yes, the school is ridiculous in that gambling determines the social heirarchy, but the games had always been fun because it's interesting to see how Yumeko sees through the cheaters and decides to fuck them over with her sheer love of risk. That's also another thing that fans thought was weird about the series. In the anime, Yumeko is simply motivated by her love of gambling, but in the series, she's motivated by revenge; which is something . Regardless of the comparisons though, I think that Marineau was very well cast, and she looks absolutely captivating in every frame she's in as Yumeko. It's great we're getting more of her. No release date has been announced for Season 2 yet, but you can check out Bet now streaming on Netflix.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix's Wild Teen Gambling Drama 'Bet' Is Coming Back for Season 2
Netflix has officially gone all-in on Bet, its hot show with a 60 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Deadline reported that the streamer announced it has renewed the live-action thriller for a second season, bringing back the high-stakes world of underground gambling at an elite boarding school. Based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui, Bet follows the twisted social hierarchy at St. Dominic's, where status isn't earned through grades or athletic ability, but through strategic, high-risk gambling. The arrival of Yumeko, a mysterious transfer student played by Miku Martineau, quickly turns the school on its head. Her uncanny skill at games of chance and her hidden agenda set her on a collision course with the powerful student council. The show's first season drew global buzz, landing in Netflix's Top 10 English-language series for three straight weeks. Fans were quick to embrace its chaotic energy, stylized aesthetic, and the psychological warfare that played out in every hand dealt. "I'm extremely happy for our amazing Bet fans from all over the world, who get to enjoy another season," said showrunner and director Simon Barry. "And for this incredible cast and crew to return to St. Dominic's for more gambling and general madness." Season 2 will feature 10 new episodes, each running 30 minutes, and promises to ramp up the psychological tension. The ensemble cast also includes Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O'Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, Laura Afelskie, Dorian Giordano, Emma Elle Paterson, Ryan Sutherland, and Peter Outerbridge. Behind the scenes, Bet is produced by Boat Rocker, with Barry joined by executive producers Jeff F. King, David Fortier, Ivan Schneeberg, Jon Rutherford, and Nick Nantell. With its mix of elite privilege, cutthroat gamesmanship, and revenge-fueled drama, Bet has carved out a unique space in Netflix's teen thriller lineup. And if the first season is any indication, viewers can expect season two to double down on the Wild Teen Gambling Drama 'Bet' Is Coming Back for Season 2 first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 25, 2025
Metro
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Netflix's controversial new thriller watched 2,400,000 times gets second season
Netflix has officially confirmed the live-action manga series Bet will be back for a second season after millions tuned in to the first. Based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui (which translates to 'compulsive gambler'), the new Netflix adaptation raked in 2.4 million views in its first week on the streamer and spent three weeks on the global top 10 list of English-speaking shows. Starring Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke and Eve Edwards, the drama sees Japanese teen Yumeko start at the exclusive boarding school St Dominic's, where gambling is a way of life. Literally. Students forgo traditional curriculum, instead playing various games and gambling huge sums of money to rise up the school's social hierarchy. As students wager their parents' cash, Yumeko uncovers her hidden knack with a deck of cards which soon morphs into an obsession. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. The show will return for a second season of 10 episodes at 30 minutes a piece, following a similar format to the first installment. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Bet showrunner and Warrior Nun creator Simon Barry confirmed the news in a statement, saying: 'I'm extremely happy for our amazing Bet fans from all over the world, who get to enjoy another season, and for this incredible cast and crew to return to St. Dominic's for more gambling and general madness.' Live-action adaptations of a manga can be a tricky business, given it's hard to please both existing fans and newcomers who haven't read the comic books – prompting some mixed reactions online. Certain viewers leapt to the show's defence on X, praising the adaptation which currently holds a 60% score on Rotten Tomatoes. @ite0luwakiishi shared: 'I actually liked the 'bet' series on Netflix…' while @mxxnlitt added: 'People complaining about the bet series on Netflix but I'm eating it up idc I get entertained by anything.' @buffylipino posted: 'Y'all idk but the new show on Netflix Bet is actually good I hope there is a season 2.' Elsewhere, the bulk of the criticism for the show surrounded unfavourable comparisons of the Americanised adaptation to the live-action Japanese TV show, which is also on Netflix. More Trending Taking to Google reviews to voice their misgivings, Ole Smenes wrote: 'Sooo an American version of the Japanese TV show. The Korean version is waaay better the drama is darker. This is just a baaad copy of them.' Mery Onghad had a similar opinion, writing: 'The Japanese version may have been over the top at times, but it still delivered an exciting plot. In contrast, the American version falls flat. There's surprisingly little focus on gambling and far too much on a side plot about a girl trying to avenge her parents. View More » 'The characters in the US adaptation often feel exaggerated to the point of being cringeworthy, and the acting doesn't help. Overall, it lacks the intensity and charm of the original. Don't waste your time on this version.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Netflix actor 'left visible teeth marks on co-star after biting her' MORE: Netflix quietly adds all 4 episodes of 'gripping' spy thriller with Line of Duty star MORE: How to stream Sleeper Cell TV series that left viewers 'in constant state of suspense'
UPI
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Netflix renews 'Kakegurui' series 'Bet' for Season 2
June 24 (UPI) -- Netflix announced Tuesday that Bet, its live-action series based on the manga Kakegurui, will return for Season 2. Miku Martineau, who portrays the lead character, Yumeko, took to social media to announce the renewal. "Hey, Netflix, it's Miku, and I have some crazy news to tell you," she said, holding up a playing card. The show follows her character's quest to avenge her parent's death as she attends a private school where students gamble for social status. it's official. BET is returning for season 2! Netflix Geeked (@NetflixGeeked) June 24, 2025 "Bet is officially getting renewed for Season 2," she said. "And I bet you are going to love it." Season 1 also starred Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O'Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, Ryan Sutherland, Dorian Giordano, Laura Afelskie and Emma Elle Paterson. A release date for the sophomore season, and additional casting information, have not yet been shared.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anime turned live-action adaptation, 'Bet' has made it to the top, and fans do not like it
Bet has officially made its debut on Netflix. The anime-turned live-action series first aired on Netflix on May 15, 2025, and has got the fans talking. While the anime and manga fans are not too impressed with the live-action adaptation, the series has still managed to pull views and enter the top 10 charts of the week. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Here are the details. Bet enters Netflix's top 10 charts Soon after release, Bet started gathering views, mostly from the anime and manga fans who wanted to see if the live-action did justice to the original story. As per Netflix's charts, the first episode of Bet gathered 2.4 Million views, which earned the series a 9th spot on the platform. Moreover, the series has managed to stay in the top 10 of Flixpatrol reviews, for over a week now. However, the series has received average ratings on both IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes. While IMDb has given it a 6/10 rating, Rotten Tomatoes gave Bet a 62% rating, which is quite average for any series, live-adaptation or not. Is Bet following the footsteps of Kakegurui As per director Simon Barry, Bet is not completely following the Kakegurui storyline, but is getting inspired by it. When asked about it, Barry said, 'When the Bet creative team set out to develop a series inspired by Kakegurui, we knew there was no point trying to reproduce the original, as it stands on its own and works perfectly. Instead, we chose to be directed by the spirit Kakegurui inhibits in tone, audaciousness, and fun. To that end, we made something 'birthed' from the source material that inspired a new take - one that pays homage to it and doesn't try to replace it. ' Character Yumeko Jabami from the Netflix series "Bet" The series Bet is adapted from the anime Kakegurui, whose manga goes by the same name as well. The story revolves around an elite school by the name of St. Dominic, where only the elite students get admission. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The twist in the story is that, instead of focusing on academics, students are ranked based on their gambling abilities. The story revolves around Yumeko Jabami, who has top-notch gambling abilities, and how she makes it to the top. Written by Homura Kawamoto, Kakegurui has earned a lot of fame in its manga and anime versions. While fans did not like the live-action adaptation, Bet has managed to gather views, and is on its way to top the charts as well. Whether Bet will have the same fate as One Piece's live adaptation, remains to be seen.
