Apple TV+ confirms Hijack season 2 for January with new Berlin setting

The wait for the Hijack season 2 release date in UAE is nearly over! According to the official announcement from Apple TV+, the highly anticipated Hijack season 2 premieres on 14 January 2026. Fans will be thrilled by Idris Elba's return in Hijack as the series lead, with the second season confirmed to be streaming on Apple TV+ in UAE from day one.

While the first season relied on the claustrophobia of an aeroplane, the new season takes the tension underground. We are looking at a weekly release schedule again, which means the tension will be drawn out over nearly two months rather than a single binge-watching weekend. While we see plenty of new tech trends in entertainment—recently highlighted by the AI Film Award in Dubai—Hijack seems to be sticking to its successful formula of old-school human drama and real-time suspense.

What is Hijack season 2 about?

If you thought Sam Nelson (Idris Elba) might catch a break after saving a plane full of passengers, you were wrong. The second season shifts the action to Germany, specifically a Berlin underground train.

The official synopsis reveals that a train and its commuters are taken hostage, forcing authorities to scramble to save hundreds of lives. Naturally, Sam Nelson is at the heart of the crisis again. The premise suggests the show will maintain its real-time tension mechanics, where "one wrong decision could spell disaster." It is a fresh setup that avoids simply repeating the aeroplane scenario while keeping the core hook—Sam Nelson using his wits rather than weapons—intact.

Hijack Season 2 Cast and Crew

Idris Elba returns as the corporate negotiator Sam Nelson, a role that earned him an Emmy nomination. He is joined by returning cast members Christine Adams, Max Beesley, and Archie Panjabi.

The new season also introduces a significant number of new faces to the franchise. Here is the main cast list for season 2:

Creators George Kay and Jim Field Smith also return as executive producers, with Field Smith serving as the lead director for the series.

Hijack Season 2 Release Date & Where to Watch in UAE

The official Hijack season 2 release date for UAE is Wednesday, 14 January 2026, exclusively streaming on Apple TV+. In the UAE, this typically means episodes are available in the morning or early afternoon GST, though exact timing can vary.

Unlike some Netflix drops that release all at once, Apple TV+ is sticking to a traditional rollout. You will get the first two episodes on launch day, followed by one new episode every Wednesday until the finale on 25 February 2026. This weekly release strategy often helps build social media buzz, similar to how viral moments dominated the conversation during the recent TikTok Awards MENA.

The show is an Apple Original, so it is exclusive to the Apple TV+ service. You do not need a VPN; the UAE library for Apple Originals is identical to the global one.

Hijack Season 2: What We Know So Far

Apple has released a first look at the season, and you can watch the teaser trailer below. The footage confirms the claustrophobic underground setting and sets up the high-octane tone fans expect.

The season consists of eight episodes in total. While no specific age rating has been confirmed for the new season yet, the intense themes likely mean it will retain a mature rating similar to the first season.

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