Devil May Cry Season 2 First Look: Dante and Vergil Reunite
Netflix has released the first look at Devil May Cry: Season 2, teasing the return of Dante, Vergil, and a darker storyline. The new season is confirmed for a 2026 premiere.
The Devil May Cry franchise continues its momentum on Netflix with the highly anticipated second season of the animated series, produced by Studio Mir and overseen by creator Adi Shankar. The newly dropped “First Look” trailer confirms a 2026 release date, marking the return of the stylish demon hunter Dante and his equally powerful twin, Vergil.
The trailer wastes no time setting the stage for sibling conflict, with Vergil ominously greeting Dante with the line, “I hoped it would be you, little brother.” Longtime fans of the Capcom video game series will recognize this rivalry as central to the lore, promising a season rich in action and personal stakes.
Devil May Cry: Season 1 launched in April 2025 and quickly secured a spot at #4 on Netflix’s global top 10, pulling in 5.3 million views within its first three days. With that level of reception, the confirmation of Season 2 was inevitable, and fans have been eagerly awaiting their next trip into the series’ urban fantasy world.
The new season introduces intriguing elements, including a political storyline centered around Vice President William Baines, voiced by the late Kevin Conroy. His involvement adds a human dimension to the demonic chaos, echoing themes of power, corruption, and conflict between realms.
The voice cast continues to impress, with Johnny Yong Bosch leading as Dante and Robbie Daymond taking on Vergil. Supporting characters include Scout Taylor-Compton as Mary and Hoon Lee as White Rabbit. The decision to recast from the original game voices may spark debate, but it also positions the series as a fresh take on established lore.
Creative liberties remain part of the adaptation’s DNA. Reports note the introduction of new factions, such as demon refugees known as the “Makaians,” as well as the merging of classic boss encounters from different games into a streamlined narrative. These choices highlight Netflix’s broader approach of adapting beloved games into cinematic universes, following successes like Castlevania and Arcane.
With Adi Shankar’s signature style and Studio Mir’s proven animation pedigree, Devil May Cry: Season 2 is shaping up to be a major event in the world of video game anime adaptations. Fans eager for more gothic action and sibling drama will have to wait until 2026, but the trailer ensures the wait will be worth it.
