19 April 2018
Westworld S2 is coming! Binge S1 to prepare
We’ve been waiting over a year for season 2 of HBO’s Westworld and it’s finally premiering on M-Net (DStv channel 101) on Monday, 23 April at 22.00. For DStv Premium subscribers, who have access to Showmax at no additional cost, this is your chance to settle in for a weekend binge so you’re ready to enjoy every tiny detail of the new season. Watch Westworld S1 now »
Westworld S2 in the news
Want to dig a little deeper? Here’s our pick of the top reads on the web.
https://io9.gizmodo.com/heres-a-crash-course-in-westworld-before-the-season-two-1825310513
https://variety.com/2018/tv/news/westworld-season-2-new-cast-members-samurai-dr-ford-1202736907/
https://www.businessinsider.com/11-biggest-questions-westworld-should-answer-in-season-2-2018-4
https://www.inverse.com/article/43841-westworld-season-2-primer-season-1-twists-reveals
Ed Harris Has An Interesting Take On The Man In Black In ‘Westworld’ Season 2
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