Orb: On the Movements of the Earth – What we know about season 2 so far

Orb: On the Movements of the Earth took anime fans by surprise with its bold storytelling, emotional depth, and richly detailed historical setting. Produced by Madhouse and released on NHK General TV and Netflix, the first season aired from October 2024 to March 2025. It followed Rafal, a gifted young boy living in 15th-century Europe, who begins to question the Church’s teachings about the Earth and the structure of the universe.
But the series was more than just a tale of scientific discovery. It was a story about courage, intellectual freedom, and the heavy price of challenging powerful systems. Rafal’s emotional journey struck a chord with viewers, and as the season drew to a powerful close, a new character appeared—Albert Brudzewski, a historical astronomer. His brief but intriguing introduction hinted that the story might not be over just yet.
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding a second season. The anime adapted the entire run of the original manga, which concluded with eight volumes. That leaves no additional source material to draw from—at least for now.
Still, the way Season 1 ended suggests a potential new arc. If a second season were to happen, it would likely follow Albert and explore what he does with the radical ideas Rafal left behind. Such a continuation would probably be an original story, not based on the manga.
Adding to the speculation, a special Orb science exhibit is currently being held in Tokyo, suggesting that the creators are still invested in the world of the anime. It’s not a confirmation, but it does give fans reason to hope.
For now, fans can revisit the complete first season on Netflix. And whether or not Orb returns for another chapter, it has already left a lasting impact with its thought-provoking narrative and emotional depth.