Will there be Man vs Baby Season 2? Everything we know about Netflix renewal

Man vs Baby
Man vs Baby (Image via Netflix)

Man vs Baby dropped on Netflix on December 11, 2025.

The British comedy miniseries stars Rowan Atkinson, bringing back the character of Trevor Bingley. The miniseries has four episodes and takes place during the holidays. Trevor is house-sitting a luxury penthouse in London. He suddenly becomes responsible for a lost baby. This leads to chaos and slapstick comedy.

The cast includes Alanah Bloor and Claudie Blakley. It also stars Robert Bathurst, Nina Sosanya, and Susannah Fielding. The show is a follow-up to Man vs Bee from 2022.

After its release, the series became very popular. It topped Netflix’s global trending charts. It also earned a 71% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Because of its success, fans want to know if there will be another season. The short answer, as of now, is no.


Will there be Man vs Baby Season 2?

A still from Man vs Baby (Image via Netflix)
A still from Man vs Baby (Image via Netflix)

At the time of writing, Netflix has not confirmed a second season. There has been no official renewal for Man vs Baby. Netflix usually waits before deciding. It reviews viewing numbers after a show premieres. This process can take several weeks. Because of this, news about Season 2 may not come until early 2026.

Even so, the show is performing well. Its strong numbers put it in a good position on Netflix. Man vs Baby had a very strong first week. It reached number one on Netflix’s global trending chart.

This is a big achievement. It is especially impressive for a comedy. Netflix’s top spot is usually taken by thrillers. Dramas and true-crime shows often lead instead. This makes Man vs Baby’s success stand out.

The show has also received positive reviews. It has a 71% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This suggests strong word-of-mouth. Meanwhile, Critics say the show is tighter than before as it has only four episodes. This shorter format works better. It improves on Man vs Bee, which had nine episodes.

Many reviews praise Rowan Atkinson, claiming that his physical comedy still entertains viewers. His performance feels nostalgic since he reminds fans of his Mr. Bean style. At the same time, the show feels modern. It includes mishaps with smart-home technology.

It is important to keep in mind that Netflix decides renewals using key numbers. One of the most important is the completion rate. Completion rate shows how many people finish the show. Shows below 50% are often canceled. Shows above 75% are usually renewed.

Netflix watches the first 28 days closely. This is the main review period after release. During this time, Netflix tracks total hours watched. It also tracks how many viewers finish the full series.

Man vs Baby has an advantage here. It has only four episodes. The total runtime is about two hours. This makes it easy to binge. Many viewers can finish it in one sitting. That increases the chance of a high completion rate.

A still from Man vs Baby (Image via YouTube/ Netflix)
A still from Man vs Baby (Image via YouTube/ Netflix)

The release timing also helps the show. Man vs Baby premiered just before the holidays. It is a Christmas-themed series. This fits what viewers like to watch in December. This timing can keep people watching longer. Viewership may stay strong through the holidays.

Netflix often favors holiday content. These shows can return every year. Holiday titles often get repeat views. If Man vs Baby stays in the Top 10 and if many viewers finish it, the chance of another season increases.

However, there is one concern about renewal. The earlier show, Man vs Bee, was canceled after one season. This happened even though it did well. In 2022, the show reached 43.61 million viewing hours. That was in just two weeks. Its trailer was also very popular. It got 15 million views on YouTube. Viewers responded positively to the series. Still, Netflix canceled it in 2023.

At that time, Trevor Bingley’s story seemed finished. That is why Man vs Baby was a surprise return.

The cancellation of Man vs Bee helps explain Netflix’s thinking. It shows how Netflix may view Man vs Baby. Netflix may have seen Man vs Bee as a one-time idea. They may not have planned it as a long-running series.

Another reason could be cost. The viewing numbers may not have been high enough to justify more seasons. Man vs Baby being a special is important. It is not a normal season renewal. This suggests Netflix may prefer short projects. They may like holiday specials or limited series instead. Trevor Bingley may return only in small events. Netflix may avoid committing to many seasons.

Right now, there is no inside information. There are no leaks or reports about Season 2. The cast and creators have not spoken about it. Rowan Atkinson, William Davies, or David Kerr has not commented.

Netflix has not called the latest one a “limited series.” It also has not called it a “miniseries.” This means another season is possible. But it does not promise a renewal.

The earliest news about Season 2 would likely come in early 2026. Till then, Netflix needs time to review the data. Even if the show is renewed, production would take time. Filming could begin in late 2026. A new season could release during the holidays. That would mean December 2026 or December 2027.

Edited by Sahiba Tahleel