Fallout Season 2 Filming Halted by LA Wildfires
The production of the much-anticipated second season of the Fallout series has hit a snag due to wildfires raging in Los Angeles County. These fires have forced a temporary halt in filming, affecting not only Fallout but several other major productions. Despite these setbacks, there's a strong push to resume production quickly, especially given the unexpected success of Fallout's first season. Fans of the post-apocalyptic RPG universe are eagerly awaiting more adventures with characters like Lucy MacLean and Maximus. Let's dive into the details of this production pause and what it means for the series.
Wildfires Disrupt Filming
Recent wildfires in Los Angeles have put a stop to the filming of several Hollywood series. The Fallout series is among those affected, with filming permits suspended in the impacted areas.
Production is expected to resume shortly, but the delay has impacted a number of other shows as well.
Other Affected Productions
- Hacks
- Loot
- Ted
- Suits: LA
- Happy's Place
- NCIS and NCIS: Origins
- After Midnight
- Doctor Odyssey
- Grey's Anatomy
- Jimmy Kimmel Live
Studios like Warner Bros. have also had to close, affecting series such as Abbott Elementary.
Fallout's First Season Success
Despite the current hold-up, Amazon is eager to bring Fallout back on track. The first season was a surprising hit, drawing in 65 million viewers in just 16 days.
This makes it the second most-watched series on Prime Video, right behind The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
Fallout's Unique Storyline
Produced by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, Fallout presents an original narrative set in the beloved RPG's universe. It follows the lives of three characters: Lucy MacLean, Maximus, and Cooper Howard.
The series has sparked renewed interest in the Fallout franchise, even though Bethesda is currently focused on the next The Elder Scrolls title.
Looking Ahead
While the fires have caused temporary disruption, there's hope that production will soon resume. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details and the continuation of this thrilling series.
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