FX's 'Legion' Gets Season 2 Renewal

The 'X-Men' spin-off starring Dan Stevens as Professor X's son is expected to return with a new season early next year.

March 16, 2017

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"Legion" is officially ordered for season 2. FX announces the "X-Men" spin-off that revolves around Professor X's schizophrenic son David Haller (Dan Stevens) is expected to kick off the sophomore installment early next year.

"The first season of Legion was a stunning achievement," says FX's Presidents of Original Programming, Eric Schrier and Nick Grad. "More than a new series, Legion is a wholly original take on the super hero genre. Our thanks to Noah Hawley for taking the creative risks and shattering expectations. It's a privilege to work again with Noah, his producing partners, the outstanding cast and our partners at Marvel Television on another season of Legion."

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"We are thrilled there will be a new season of LEGION. Noah's spectacular take on David Haller and all the other characters he brought to life makes us ache for more. We're particularly proud of our partners at FX and the success we share on our first TV series together," adds Jeph Loeb, Executive Producer and Head of Marvel Television.

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