Jessica Chastain to Return for “The Space Within” Season Two
Audible today announced the highly anticipated return of The Space Within, the hit audio series that plunges listeners into a world of cosmic mystery, government conspiracies, and altered human DNA. Following critical acclaim and overwhelming listener demand, this second season of the gripping Audible Original sees Academy Award-winning actress Jessica Chastain (The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Scenes from a Marriage) return as Dr. Madeline Wyle, a PTSD and trauma psychiatrist; Chastain also serves as executive producer. This eight-part series debuts with all episodes available on Thursday, March 5, 2026, exclusively from Audible.
Produced by Topic Studios in association with Freckle Films, Solaris Productions, and Ramble Road, The Space Within season two features a powerhouse ensemble including returning performers Bobby Cannavale (The Watcher, Mr. Robot), Michael Shannon (Nocturnal Animals, George & Tammy), Michael Stuhlbarg (After the Hunt, The Amateur), and Carmen Ejogo (The Penguin, Selma) with Emmy and Tony Award-winner Mandy Patinkin (Homeland, Criminal Minds), Karen Allen (Raiders of the Lost Ark), and Jessica Hecht (Breaking Bad, Friends), joining the cast, along with Jay O. Sanders (The Day After Tomorrow), and Maryann Plunkett (A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood). Season two is written and executive produced by Josh Fagin and Greg O'Connor, directed by Stephen Winter, and produced by Christy Gressman and Vincent Cacchione, of whom return to continue their captivating audio thriller.
“Reprising the role of Dr. Madeline Wyle for season two of The Space Within has been such a rewarding experience,” said Jessica Chastain. “This season takes Madeline into new territory, and returning to her world, full of drive, curiosity and empathy, has been incredibly fulfilling. I’m excited for listeners to reconnect with her and see how she continues to evolve, both professionally and personally.”
“The Space Within wraps big ideas about identity, consciousness, and our place in the universe into a deeply personal story,” said Rachel Ghiazza, Audible’s Chief Content Officer. “Jessica Chastain and this extraordinary cast bring every moment to life. It’s multilayered, it’s thrilling, and it reminds us why audio can be such a powerful way to both tell and experience thought-provoking science fiction.”
Building on the success of its first season, which critics called “complex” (Vanity Fair) and "captivating" (ComicBook)," season two finds Dr. Madeline Wyle (Chastain) facing new challenges. As she uncovers a shocking truth about her patients' alien abduction memories, Wyle becomes a target of powerful forces. As global anomalies escalate, Wyle and her patients find themselves on the run, racing against time to unlock the secrets hidden in their altered genetics. In this high-stakes, character-driven sci-fi thriller, Wyle must confront her own role in an unfolding cosmic event that could determine humanity's future. One woman's quest for the truth may save or damn the world.
The Space Within season two joins Audible's diverse slate of premium full-cast audio dramas, including Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions starring Hugh Laurie, Mathew Macfadyen, Riz Ahmed, and more; Pride and Prejudice, performed by Marisa Abela, Harris Dickinson, and Glenn Close; The Prophecy series, starring Kerry Washington; The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery, performed by Jon Hamm, Ana de la Reguera, and Alia Shawkat; and George Orwell’s 1984, performed by Cynthia Erivo, Andrew Garfield, Andrew Scott, and Tom Hardy, among many more.
Revisit season one of The Space Within on Audible now, and pre-order the new season premiering exclusively from Audible on March 5. For more information, visit www.audible.com/thespacewithin2
