Prime Video's hit series The Girlfriend is getting a sequel series, titled The Boyfriend, which will feature new characters and explore themes of masculinity.

The $30 million gamble pays off

The Girlfriend premiered all six episodes in September 2025 and was a notable hit for Prime Video ,nabbing over 25 million viewers globally mere weeks after its release.

With its success, Prime Video is now announcing a sequel that ventures off in a new direction, titled The Boyfriend.

An echo of House of the Dragon's success

House of the Dragon star Olivia Cooke leads the adaptation as the titular girlfriend , Cherry Lane, whose arrival upends a close relationship between a mother and son.

House of Cards star Robin Wright and Laurie Davidson complete the trio in the six-episode thriller,playing the mother-son duo who are put to the test by Cherry's appearance in their lives.

Who is behind the new series?

The Boyfriend is being developed by Amazon MGM Studios, and talks are ongoing for writers to join the project.

Although there are few details about The Boyfriend's story, and no casting to report just yet, it is described as a standalone story that will feature new characters and explore themes of masculinity.

What's still unknown?

More details about The Boyfriend's story and casting are still to be announced.

Talks are ongoing for writers to join the project, so it is still early in the process.

A bold new chapter for Prime Video

The success of The Girlfriend has paved the way for a sequel series that explores new themes and characters.

With The Boyfriend, Prime Video is taking a bold step into new terrritory,and fans are eagerly awaiting more information about the new series.