‘Iyanu’ Season 2 Teaser Sneak Peeks the Return of Team Chosen
Lion Forge Entertainment has released a new teaser trailer for Season 2 of Iyanu, the hit animated series rooted in Yoruba culture and Nigerian mythology. Premiering in Spring 2026, the new season follows Iyanu as she steps fully into her role as protector of Yorubaland, facing a formidable new threat led by Queen Adura and the mysterious People of the Deep, rising from the kingdom’s ancient past.
The series is based on Roye Okupe’s graphic novel Iyanu: Child of Wonder and debuted in April 2025 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max.
Season 2 continues Iyanu’s evolution as her powers deepen and the weight of leadership intensifies. As long-buried history resurfaces, rising tensions across Yorubaland awaken powerful ancient magic. Reunited with Team Chosen — Ekun, Biyi, Toye and Olori, Iyanu and her allies face new challenges that will push them to grow as they fight to protect Yorubaland and shape its future.
“Season 2 is about responsibility, legacy and what it truly means to lead,” said creator and executive producer Okupe. “Iyanu is no longer discovering who she is, she understands her power, and now she must decide how to use it. Introducing Queen Adura and the People of the Deep allows us to explore long-buried history and tensions that reshape Yorubaland in unexpected ways.”
The sophomore season welcomes back returning voice stars including Serah Johnson as Iyanu, Okey Jude as Biyi and Sam Kugbiyi as Toye. New cast additions include Faith Gesiere Agua as Queen Adura and David Onwubalili as Boju.
The teaser arrives as Iyanu continues its growing awards momentum, earning three NAACP Image Award nominations, including Outstanding Animated Series, Outstanding Children’s Program and Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie, Documentary or Special for Iyanu: The Age of Wonders. The series’ cultural impact has also earned global recognition, with Nigerian pop star Yemi Alade winning Best Soundtrack in a Movie, Series or Documentary at the 9th AFRIMA Awards for her song “You Are,” the opening theme for Iyanu.
Fans can currently catch up on Season 1 of Iyanu, including the finale movie special Iyanu: The Age of Wonders, now on HBO Max in the U.S. The series is also available internationally, streaming on Showmax across 44 African countries, ITVX in the United Kingdom, ABCiview in Australia, and in the United Arab Emirates and wider MENA region on Ejunior Kids TV and STARZPLAY.
