Spoilers for Altered Carbon season 1

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Despite what happened in the finale of Kinnaman may not return to Altered Carbon.

The first season ended with Kovacs leaving his latest sleeve, one of Kinnaman will star in Amazon's Hanna, a TV remake of the hit film. But though Kinnaman has a new job at Netflix's rival, doesn't mean he can't come back.

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THR spoke with Kinnaman about whether he's done with Altered Carbon for good, and fans of the actor will be pleased with his response.

"I can't confirm that. We don't know anything about the second season."

Joel Kinnaman as Takeshi in Altered Carbon Season 1 Netflix

A traditional TV schedule would make it quite challenging to star in two shows at once, but Netflix has a different method of shooting. What's more, but Kinnaman wouldn't need to be the star of season 2—meaning he could certainly fit in a few recurring guest roles whenever season 2 starts shooting. Of course, Kinnaman doesn't even know if that's in the cards.

"I don't know what's going to happen. No one does, really. Season two hasn't been picked up yet, so who knows?"

Netflix is well-known for giving second seasons to even shows that have a mediocre performance, and Altered Carbon was mostly positively received. It also built up a strong ing cast and created an intricate world that has plenty of mysteries left in it. What's more, but Morgan's book series has two more entries Netflix could explore. If they do, Kinnaman isn't opposed to returning.

"If it was a cool story, for sure. I loved making this show. I had a great experience. The has been fantastic. But I have no idea what's going on with the second season."

Luckily, the conceit of Altered Carbon means Kinnaman doesn't have to return as Kovacs. He actually played two roles in season 1, with his sleeve's original consciousness Elias Ryker getting some screen time. The finale of Altered Carbon brought Ryker back to his body as Kovacs headed into the sunset, so if season 2 could easily feature Kinnaman in that role. In fact, it would almost be a guarantee if the show plans to return to the story of Detective Ortega in season 2 of Altered Carbon.

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Source: THR