MOVIE NEWS – Ella Purnell attended Mega Con Orlando this weekend, where she participated in a panel discussion covering her roles in Arcane, Yellowjackets, Sweetpea, and, of course, Fallout, where she plays Vault Dweller Lucy. When Fallout Season 1 premiered on Amazon Prime Video in April 2024, both newcomers and longtime fans embraced the live-action adaptation of the post-apocalyptic world. Created by Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet, with executive production by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, the eight-episode first season received widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike.
The show managed to remain true to the essence of the Fallout video game series, nailing both its thematic elements and its breathtaking production design—all while ensuring that even those unfamiliar with the games could enjoy it. Following the thrilling conclusion of Season 1, Fallout is officially returning for a second season, though a release date has yet to be announced. When asked about what fans can expect from the upcoming episodes, Purnell remained tight-lipped but assured viewers that the next chapter would be full of unexpected surprises:
“It’s really fun; I’m really excited for you guys to see this next season. I don’t know when it’s coming out, but I think it’s going to be really good. It’s a wild ride. I’m exhausted, we’re all exhausted working really hard to get it out on time. I’m excited. I think no one’s going to be able to predict what happens. Truly. There’s some big twists and turns in there. It’s so fun.”
Fallout Perfectly Captures the Player’s Perspective
One of the reasons Fallout Season 1 resonated so well was its combination of strong performances—led by Purnell, Walton Goggins, Aaron Moten, and Kyle MacLachlan—and writing that cleverly mimicked the way players experience the game. Through Lucy, The Ghoul, and Maximus, viewers got to see multiple perspectives that mirrored the freedom of choice in the games. Purnell reflected on the difficulty of adapting a video game for television, nearly dropping a spoiler about Fallout Season 2 and its connection to the source material:
“It’s obviously incredibly hard to adapt a video game because you’re changing the entire experience. You’re no longer in control of the thing; you’re watching someone else do it. I think they did a really great job by letting The Ghoul, Maximus, and Lucy be these very huge archetypes, and you get to experience the game/series from so many different players’ perspectives. I don’t have anything to do with that. But why I am glad they are games is that it gives me a greater appreciation, like the first time… Oh, I can’t say that. The first time something happens [in the games and season 2], you just get a greater appreciation.”
Purnell’s comment could be hinting at the arrival of major characters from Fallout: New Vegas, possibly one of its notorious antagonists, or even the introduction of an iconic creature like the Super Mutant. Regardless, one thing is certain: the cast and crew are working hard to bring Fallout Season 2 to fans as soon as possible without sacrificing quality.
Source: MovieWeb
