Director Scott James has confirmed that The Queen’s Gambit will not be returning for a second season or a sequel film.
Speaking to Deadline at a press conference following the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards, James said the prospect of making a second series “terrified” him.
The show won a total of 11 Emmy awards, including Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.
In his acceptance speech, Horberg thanked Netflix for taking a chance on “risky material” and trusting the show’s creators.