“Hijack” season 2 (sometimes called “Hijack 2”) is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on January 14, 2026.

Quick Scoop: Release & Schedule

  • The answer to “when does Hijack 2 come out” is January 14, 2026 , with Idris Elba returning as Sam Nelson.
  • It streams exclusively on Apple TV+ and is planned as an eight‑episode season.
  • New episodes then drop weekly on Wednesdays through early March 2026.

Where and how to watch

  • “Hijack” season 2 will be available only on Apple TV+ at launch.
  • Some outlets note Apple TV+ sometimes makes episodes available slightly earlier than the listed time, so fans are watching the app closely the night before.

What’s different in Hijack 2?

  • Season 1 took place on a plane; season 2 moves the action to a threatened underground train, with hundreds of commuters at risk.
  • Idris Elba’s negotiator Sam Nelson is once again pulled into a high‑pressure hijack scenario, with trailers teasing questions over who is really in control and what the hijackers actually want.

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