Hazbin Hotel Season 2 is filled with gorgeous animation, fantastic voice acting, high stakes, and some of the best songs of the entire series.
Hello Sinners! Hazbin Hotel is back with season 2, and it is even better than the first, something that seemed almost impossible. The idea of redemption is explored even more, especially now that Sir Pentious has been redeemed and is up in Heaven (spoiler for the season one finale, but if you haven’t watched that yet, why are you reading this?).
Season two offers gorgeous animation, catchy songs, incredible voice acting, references and callbacks to the first season, and yes – even some much-wanted backstories of fan favorite characters.
Hazbin Hotel Season 2’s Animation Is Top Notch
When I say that the animation raised the bar this season, I mean it. Don’t get me wrong, the first season of Hazbin Hotel is beautiful as well, but something about this season raises it more than a few notches. Every single scene is stunning, and so much of what is done is beyond impressive – especially during any fight and song sequences.
Redemption IS Possible… And That Heavily Influences The Story
At the extremely emotional end of Hazbin Hotel Season One, Sir Pentious is redeemed. He sacrifices himself to save Cherri Bomb, and that is enough to make him reappear in Heaven. This was a welcome shock and something that fans are still crying happy tears about. Of course, that means that it must be addressed this season, and it is done brilliantly.
Pentious doesn’t have it easy being in Heaven because, as expected, he misses the hotel and his friends. I will not get too much into it, so as not to spoil anything, but this becomes a big part of the story moving forward.
At the same time, Charlie is trying to bring more sinners into her hotel for redemption, but the Vees are doing everything in their power to stop this from happening. As the season goes on, a lot of secrets are revealed, which fans are all sure to lose their minds over.
Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Features More Fantastic Music
One of the best things about Hazbin Hotel (although really every aspect of it is great) is the music. The songs written and composed by Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg help to tell the story in entertaining and catchy ways. While the first season really focused on Broadway-esque style songs, they really branch out in season two, exploring more genres and leaning into the strengths of the cast.
Because of the incredible songs and the amazing performers, each song is a banger (much like the previous season). There are callbacks that will have viewers sobbing and powerful moments that will have them bopping along. Once the full soundtrack is released after the finale, it is sure to be played on repeat over and over.
Hazbin Hotel Season 2 Overall Thoughts
Hazbin Hotel Season 2 raises the bar on every level. The story being told is emotional, thrilling, powerful, and exciting. Fans get to know their favorite characters on a deeper level, and maybe even learn to understand why they ended up where they are now. The Vees take center stage, but no one is left behind. War is coming, and trust me, you don’t want to miss it!
We already know that seasons three and four are on the way, and if Hazbin Hotel Season 2 is any indication, it is just going to continue to get better and better. I personally cannot wait to see where things go from here.
About Hazbin Hotel
Hazbin Hotel follows Charlie, the princess of Hell, as she pursues her seemingly impossible goal of rehabilitating demons to peacefully reduce overpopulation in her kingdom. After a yearly extermination imposed by angels, she opens a hotel in the hopes that patrons will be “checking out” into Heaven. While most of Hell mocks her goal, her devoted partner Vaggie, and their first test subject, adult-film star Angel Dust, stick by her side. When a powerful entity known as the “Radio Demon” reaches out to assist Charlie in her endeavors, her crazy dream is given a chance to become a reality.
Hazbin Hotel season 2 premieres on Prime Video on October 29th with two episodes. For the next three Wednesdays, two more episodes will be released.
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