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Cartoon Network and HBO Max Renew ‘Iyanu’ for Second Season and Greenlight Two Films

Season 2 release date: 2026 on Cartoon Network. Next day on HBO Max.

Feature film release dates: 2025 and 2026.

Season 2 synopsis: Iyanu continues to master her powers as she finds herself in the middle of a conflict between Elu and the People of the Deep, led by a new opponent.

With various factions of Yorubaland vying for powerful divine artifacts that have reemerged, Iyanu strives to find a way to end the war and restore peace.

As Team Chosen reunites and tensions rise between old allies and foes, Iyanu must confront even more powerful threats from the Age of Wonders — including secrets buried deep within her own past.

Created by Roye Okupe, based on his graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder.

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‘Iyanu’ Official Trailer: New Cartoon Network Series Tells the Story of a Brave Orphan Living in a Nigeria-Inspired Magical Kingdom

Release date: April 5, 2025 on Cartoon Network. Next day on HBO Max.

Synopsis: The series follows a teenage orphan girl, Iyanu, who spends her days studying history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life.

One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders.

With newly discovered superpowers, Iyanu joins forces with two other teenagers, Biyi and Toye, as they embark on a journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland.

Created by Roye Okupe, based on his graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder.

Voice cast:
Serah Johnson as Iyanu
Okey Jude as Biyi
Samuel Kugbiyi as Toye
Adesua Etomi-Wellington as Olori
Blossom Chukwujekwu as Kanfo
Stella Damasus as Sewa
Shaffy Bello as Emi
Ike Ononye as Elder Alapani

‘Iyanu’ Sneak Peek, Release Date, Synopsis, Poster and Cast List: Nigerian Mythology and Culture Inspire New Cartoon Network Series

Release date: April 5, 2025 on Cartoon Network. Next day on HBO Max.

Synopsis: The series follows a teenage orphan girl, Iyanu, who spends her days studying history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life.

One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders.

With newly discovered superpowers, Iyanu joins forces with two other teenagers, Biyi and Toye, as they embark on a journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland.

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