Halo season 2 release schedule: when is episode 1 on Paramount Plus?

Halo.

Halo season 2 is about to hit our screens and, yes, it's perfect for newcomers to jump in. With that in mind, you may be wondering when the first episode lands as well as exactly where to watch the next chapter of Master Chief's story.

To help, we've put together a cheat sheet on the Halo season 2 release schedule: that includes an episode count, a look at what time it's hitting Paramount Plus in the US and UK, and even confirmation of a double-bill this week.

For more, dive into our interview with showrunner David Wiener on why season 2 feels like a different Halo show.

Halo season 2, episode 1 release date: when is the season 2 premiere out in the US and UK?

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Halo season 2, episode 1 is streaming on Paramount Plus from February 8. You'll need to be a member to watch, however.

Expect it to drop at midnight Pacific/3:00 AM Eastern/8:00 AM GMT in the UK. We've not received official confirmation, but we've reached out to Paramount for clarification and will update the page once we've heard more.

Halo season 2 release schedule

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Halo season 2 will release every Thursday, with two episodes being made available from February 8. 

The confirmed Halo season 2 release schedule looks like this:

• Halo season 2, episode 1 - February 8, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 2 - February 8, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 3 - February 15, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 4 - February 22, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 5 - February 29, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 6 - March 7, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 7 - March 14, 2024
• Halo season 2, episode 8 - March 21, 2024

How many episodes are in Halo season 2?

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There are eight episodes in Halo season 2, a slight step down from the first season's nine episodes.

As mentioned above, two episodes will be available on Paramount Plus from February 8, with new episodes following weekly until the finale on March 21. 

Where can I watch Halo season 2?

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Halo season 2 is streaming exclusively on Paramount Plus, meaning you'll need to be a subscriber to watch new episodes. A seven-day trial is available, however, for those wanting to dip their toes into the video game adaptation before committing fully.

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