Welcome back to the Iyanu blog — your home for everything about the animated series from Lion Forge Entertainment. Big news: Season 2 of Iyanu is coming March 21 soon to Cartoon Network. Here's everything you need to know about what's coming, what happened in Season 1, and how to make sure you're ready for the drop!
What Is Season 2 About?
Season 2 of Iyanu is subtitled The War — and it earns that name.
After the events of Season 1, Iyanu's growing powers pull her into a conflict between Elu and a powerful new force: Queen Adura and her People of the Deep. At the same time, rival factions are racing to find the resurfaced Set of Seven — a collection of ancient, powerful artifacts that could change everything.
The stakes are bigger. The battles are bigger. And the team grows too: Biyi begins to awaken a magic of his own after discovering one of the Seven artifacts. Meanwhile, Toye uncovers a Dark Scroll carrying an ominous prophecy that could reshape everything Team Chosen believes about their mission.
Season 1 was about Iyanu finding her power. Season 2 is about what happens when everyone is fighting for it.
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Quick Season 1 Recap: What You Need to Remember
Not caught up yet? Here's the essential Season 1 setup before Season 2 arrives:
- Iyanu is an orphan girl living in Elu, the last city of Yorubaland. She triggers divine powers she didn't know she had and is forced to flee.
- She teams up with Biyi, Toye, and Ekun — a giant, opinionated black leopard sworn to protect her — and together they become Team Chosen.
- Their mission: reach a place called the Source to unlock the truth about Iyanu's powers and lift the ancient curse threatening to destroy Yorubaland.
- The villain: Chancellor Nuro, a power-hungry leader of Elu possessed by an ancient evil called the Fallen One.
- Season 1 ends with Iyanu facing a devastating choice — and Elu on the brink of destruction.
Need a deeper refresher? Our full Season 1 recap. Watch Iyanu S1 recap here
Is There a Movie Too?
Yes — there's also a feature-length prequel movie called The Age of Wonders, produced by Lion Forge Entertainment. It's set 500 years before Season 1 and tells the story of how the Fallen One came to be. It's sometimes listed as Episodes 11–13 on streaming platforms, but it's a standalone film — not a continuation of Season 1. Watch Season 1 first, then the season finale movie "Iyanu: the Age of Wonders", (There are some great clips here) then you'll be fully ready for Season 2. Check out the season 2 teaser trailer here.
Who Made Season 2?
Season 2 of Iyanu is produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, the Oscar-winning Black-owned studio behind Hair Love. Creator Roye Okupe — born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria — continues as Executive Producer and Showrunner. The all-African voice cast returns, led by award-winning actress Serah Johnson as Iyanu. Season 2 introduces to a few new characters as well including Faith Gesiere Agua as Adura and David Onwubalili as Boju.
Where Can I Watch Season 1 Right Now?
All of Season 1 and The Age of Wonders movie are available now on every platform. USA: Cartoon Network and Max. Africa: Showmax across 44 countries. UK: ITVX. Australia: ABC. UAE and MENA region: eJunior and STARZPlay. Click here to watch in your region.
Frequently Asked Questions: Iyanu Season 2
What is Iyanu Season 2 about?
Season 2 of Iyanu, subtitled The War, follows Iyanu as her growing powers draw Team Chosen into a conflict between Elu and Queen Adura's People of the Deep. The Set of Seven artifacts resurface, Biyi begins awakening powers of his own, and Toye uncovers a Dark Scroll with an ominous prophecy.
Do I need to watch Season 1 before Season 2?
Yes — Season 2 picks up directly from Season 1. All 10 episodes of Season 1 plus the movie speicla "Iyanu: the Age of Wonders" are available now on all platforms.
Is there a movie between Season 1 and Season 2?
Yes. The Age of Wonders is a feature-length prequel movie produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, set 500 years before Season 1. co-written by Brandon Easton and roye Okupe and directed by Roye Okupe. (the movie was nominated for an NAACP Image Award!). Watch Season 1 first, then the movie, then Season 2.
When does Iyanu Season 2 premiere?
Season 2 is coming soon to Cartoon Network and HBOMax on March 21 and March 22. Follow @iyanuseries to be the first to know when the series drops in other regions.
Who produces Iyanu?
Iyanu is produced by Lion Forge Entertainment, the Oscar-winning Black-owned studio founded by David Steward II. Creator Roye Okupe serves as Creator,Co- Executive Producer and Showrunner.
Where can I watch Iyanu right now?
USA: Cartoon Network and Max. Africa: Showmax across 44 countries. UK: ITVX. Australia: ABC. UAE and MENA: eJunior and STARZPlay.
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