South Side is one of the most underrated comedy series. The show is currently midway through the first season, and the viewers are already asking questions about South Side season 2. Season 1 of the show is so far well-received by the critics.
South Side is an American comedy series, filmed as well as set in Englewood, Chicago. Written by and starring Bashir Salahuddin (Glow) and Diallo Riddle (Marlon).
The series follows two friends who recently graduated from a community college and are ready to take the world! But until they do that, they decide on working at a rent-to-own store in the Englewood area of Chicago. There, they meet different kinds of characters soon turned friends.
Despite the struggle of inner-city life, these friends strive to achieve their entrepreneurial dreams. This show gives the audience a genuine portrayal of what life on South Side is all about. All the news and talks about the experience on the south side is a small piece of what goes on.
South Side Season 2: Renewal Updates
Comedy Central recently flashed the green lights for South Side season 2. The Viacom-owned cable network renewed the comedy series for a 10-episode second installment. The pickup comes midway through the show’s freshman run.
Season one of the series is currently averaging a 1.02 rating. Majority of the viewers are African American P18-49 through its first five episodes. That makes it Comedy Central highest-rated new installment in the inaugural run since Key & Peele’s first season in 2012.
The performance of the first season so far was enough for the network to renew it as soon as possible for its second installment. Fans are rejoiced by this news and are ready to see some more of their favorite characters.
What To Expect From The Remainder Of The First Season?
Bashir Salahuddin recently in an interview, told that they have a lot of stories to say. That is the most important thing about the remainder of the season. The whole crew is very excited to get into them.
Salahuddin also said that they have matured and gotten smarter at how to write the show. The writers have so many ideas to share.
Moreover, everyone is very proud of the response they’ve gotten so far.
He said that the characters that the audience loved so far are most likely to stay until the end, and for the second season as well.
Furthermore, the writer said that they are very strict with the casting directors about finding great people. They were lucky enough to find great people and want to keep them in the world.
“Our mission is to show the world the joy of Chicago.” Salahuddin, Diallo Riddle, and Micahel Blieden added.
The writers also said that Comedy Central is very supportive in this effort, and they are blessed to have a creative partner like them. South Side airs at 10:30 pm. E.T/P.T Wednesdays on Comedy Central.
