As of now, Netflix has not officially renewed House of Guinness for season 2.
The streaming service typically waits a few weeks after a show’s release before announcing its future, gauging both viewership and audience response. Given the timing, it is still early days for any formal decision.
That said, the season 1 finale ended on a cliffhanger too deliberate to serve as a true conclusion.
Patrick Cochrane entered the voting hall with a gun, Ellen tried to stop him, and the screen cut to black just as the shot rang out. It’s the kind of unresolved ending that usually signals a second season is already in the works, even if the official word has not yet been given.
What to Expect in Season 2
If renewed, House of Guinness season 2 would almost certainly pick up in the immediate aftermath of the attempted assassination. The question of who Patrick targeted, and whether he succeeded, will drive the opening episodes.
At the same time, the larger storylines remain unfinished. Arthur still faces political uncertainty. Edward’s divided loyalties between Adelaide and Ellen continue to complicate his role as strategist and public face of the family. Anne, weakened by illness but committed to reform, may take an even stronger role in philanthropy. Benjamin, prone to relapse, could either find redemption or sink deeper into scandal.
Season 2 would also need to address the Guinness family’s precarious position in Dublin society. What began as a brewery has grown into a symbol of identity, philanthropy, and political influence. With enemies on both sides, the Fenians armed with bombs and guns, and the Church wielding authority and moral pressure, the family’s survival depends on unity.
The Chances of Renewal
Historically, Netflix tends to greenlight shows that combine period drama with a strong ensemble and a compelling hook. House of Guinness has all three. It dramatizes Irish history at a time when viewers continue to embrace shows rooted in heritage and politics. The cliffhanger was too carefully staged to leave hanging, suggesting at minimum that scripts or story outlines for a second season already exist.
The series also has international potential. Edward’s expansion storyline into the United States opens a path for season 2 to widen its setting and attract audiences beyond Ireland and Britain. This kind of built-in growth usually strengthens the case for renewal.
Looking Ahead
At present, there is no official news about House of Guinness season 2. But given the way season 1 ended, with a gunshot echoing through a Dublin voting hall, the likelihood of renewal feels strong. Netflix may not have confirmed it yet, but the narrative groundwork has already been laid. The Guinness heirs’ battles with loyalty, rebellion, and betrayal are not finished, and the second season seems less like a possibility than an inevitability.
Key Details
House of Guinness premiered on Netflix in September 2025. The series is set in Ireland in 1868 and follows the Guinness heirs after the death of Sir Benjamin Guinness. Season 1 stars Anthony Boyle (Arthur Guinness), Fionn O’Shea (Benjamin Guinness), Emily Fairn (Anne Guinness), Michael McElhatton (John Potter), Danielle Galligan (Lady Olivia Hedges-White), James Norton (Sean Rafferty), Niamh McCormack (Ellen Cochrane), and Seamus O’Hara (Patrick Cochrane). Season 2 has not been confirmed, but speculation is high following the dramatic cliffhanger that closed the first season.
