Silo (Season 02)
Silo Season 2 expands the mystery with strong performances and world-building, though pacing issues hold it back slightly.
Silo Season 2 had a lot to live up to after the strong first season and while it doesn’t quite hit the same highs, it’s still a solid continuation of the story. Picking up right where we left off, Juliette is out in the world beyond the silo, trying to make sense of what’s really going on. Meanwhile, back in Silo 18, things are getting messy as people start questioning the lies they’ve been fed for generations. The season does a great job of expanding the world, giving us a glimpse of the bigger picture while keeping that same claustrophobic tension we loved in Season 1.
Rebecca Ferguson continues to carry the show with an incredible performance as Juliette. Her scenes outside the silo, especially when she meets Solo (played by Steve Zahn), bring a fresh energy to the story. Zahn is a fantastic addition, playing a quirky yet mysterious character who really helps flesh out the lore of the silos. Meanwhile, back inside, Bernard (Tim Robbins) is tightening his grip on power, leading to some of the most intense political maneuvering we’ve seen so far. There’s a lot of tension building up and watching the rebellion slowly take shape makes for some gripping storytelling, even if it drags at times.
Visually, Silo is as stunning as ever. Apple TV+ really knows how to make their sci-fi look top-tier and this season is no exception. The eerie emptiness of Silo 17, the decayed world outside and even the cramped, dimly lit staircases of Silo 18 all add to the feeling of isolation and control. But some scenes were so dark, it was hard to see what was happening, which can get frustrating. The pacing also feels uneven in places, especially when the story jumps between Juliette’s journey and the political tension inside Silo 18.
The season spends a lot of time on Juliette figuring out how to get back to her silo, which slows things down more than necessary. On the other hand, the show’s expansion of the larger mystery, especially the final moments of the season, really pays off. We’re left with more questions than answers (again) but the tease of a bigger world beyond the silos has me excited for what’s next.
Smash Hit Score: 7.8/10
Silo Season 2 is a good follow-up that deepens the mystery and raises the stakes, even if it stumbles along the way. The performances are great, the world-building is excellent and the tension is still there. I’d say it’s definitely worth watching, as it is, as gripping as S01. Here’s hoping the next season really pulls everything together and answers all the mysteries S02 had!
