‘Beauty in Black’ Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix — Season 3 Already in Early Talks as Tyler Perry Plots New Film

LOS ANGELES — Netflix and Tyler Perry are doubling down on one of their most talked-about dramas. The streaming giant has renewed Beauty in Black for a second season, confirmed that filming is already underway — and, according to production insiders, has opened early discussions for a potential third season. At the same time, Perry is developing an all-new Netflix feature film, extending his prolific partnership with the platform.

A Phenomenon in Silk and Scandal

Created, written, and executive-produced by Tyler Perry, Beauty in Black exploded onto Netflix in October 2024. The drama follows an exotic dancer turned cosmetics executive whose life spirals into danger when she becomes entangled in a luxury-beauty dynasty riddled with secrets, betrayal, and crime. The first season — 16 episodes split into two parts — became an instant binge hit, topping Netflix’s English-language charts across multiple territories and dominating social-media chatter for weeks.

Part 2 premiered on March 7, 2025, ending with a series of jaw-dropping revelations and power plays that left fans desperate for more. Within days of the finale, hashtags like #BeautyInBlackNetflix and #TeamDesiree were trending, and fan forums were overflowing with theories about who survived, who betrayed whom, and who might rise to power next.

Season 2: Darker, Deeper, More Dangerous

Netflix confirmed that Season 2 began production in early February 2025, filming primarily at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, with additional location work planned in Miami and Los Angeles.
While plot details are tightly guarded, several cast members have hinted that the second season will dive further into the twisted inner workings of the cosmetics empire — exploring the criminal foundations behind its glittering façade and the personal cost of chasing perfection.

According to a Netflix production source, Season 2 will feature “even higher stakes, morally gray alliances, and shocking character transformations.” Expect the story to tackle corporate espionage, blackmail within the boardroom, and the blurred boundaries between desire and danger. Perry himself described the new chapters as “a psychological roller coaster about power and identity — what people will sacrifice to keep their shine.”

Season 3 Already in the Cards

Even before cameras rolled on the second season, Beauty in Black’s internal metrics pointed toward longevity. Executives familiar with the deal revealed that Netflix has initiated early development on a third season, aiming to keep the storyline evolving through at least 2027.
Writers have reportedly begun outlining Season 3 arcs that would expand the world beyond the United States, introducing a European luxury-market rival and delving into the show’s global implications within the beauty industry. The potential third season could also focus on the next generation of the dynasty — heirs born into privilege but scarred by their parents’ sins.

“Tyler Perry builds worlds designed to last,” said one senior Netflix content strategist. “With Beauty in Black, he’s created a franchise that merges glamour, suspense, and moral complexity. The audience numbers more than justify long-term planning.”

Perry’s Growing Netflix Empire

Beauty in Black is Perry’s sixth major Netflix production and eighth overall collaboration with the streamer, counting his acting turns in Don’t Look Up and Brain on Fire. Previous Netflix successes include A Fall from Grace (2020), A Madea Homecoming (2022), Mea Culpa (2024), and the wartime ensemble drama Six Triple Eight, which premiered earlier this year to critical acclaim.

Now, Perry is preparing his next Netflix feature film, currently untitled but described by insiders as a romantic thriller exploring fame, betrayal, and moral compromise in the entertainment world. Pre-production is expected to begin by late summer 2025, with Perry once again serving as writer, director, and producer.

Critical and Audience Response

Although Beauty in Black has divided critics — some calling it “lavishly addictive,” others dubbing it “soap opera with teeth” — audience response has been overwhelmingly positive. Viewers have praised its unapologetic tone, striking cinematography, and powerhouse performances, especially from the show’s lead actress, whose portrayal of ambition and vulnerability has earned widespread acclaim.

“Tyler Perry’s storytelling continues to transcend boundaries,” a Netflix spokesperson said in a press statement. “The response to Beauty in Black proves there’s a global appetite for stories that blend glamour and grit. We’re thrilled to continue this journey into Season 2 — and beyond.”

What Comes Next

Season 2 of Beauty in Black is expected to drop on Netflix in late 2025, bringing back the core ensemble while adding several new faces from the worlds of high fashion and organized crime. Perry has hinted that each season will escalate in both tone and scope — with Season 3 envisioned as “the global chapter,” expanding the drama’s reach from the boardrooms of Atlanta to the runways of Paris and the backrooms of Dubai.

For now, fans can stream all 16 episodes of Season 1 and brace for another whirlwind of lust, lies, and luxury.
With Beauty in Black poised to become Perry’s most ambitious saga yet — and a new film on the horizon — one thing is certain: Tyler Perry’s reign over Netflix is only just beginning.