Prime Video is heading back to the ice next year. The streamer has announced the renewal of the popular docuseries Faceoff: Inside the NHL for a second season, which will see six new episodes air during the fall of 2025. This installment promises to continue giving viewers an unprecedented look at the fascinating world of the National Hockey League.
Produced by Box to Box and NHL Productions, Faceoff aims to deliver new perspectives on the lives of the elite players of the world’s greatest hockey league. Viewers can expect to see everything from serene moments of introspection to the heart-pounding intensity of game time. Among those featured will be Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk, who joined his brother, Matthew, and their NHL alum father, Keith, during the inaugural season. Other players set to be highlighted are yet to be announced.
One of the standout moments from the first season was undoubtedly the emotional, viral locker room speech by Connor McDavid, captain of the Edmonton Oilers, during the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals. Despite his calm demeanor, McDavid’s passionate address came after the Oilers lost the first two games against the Florida Panthers, showcasing the true emotional stakes players face.
Season two promises to explore the personal and professional lives of NHL stars even more deeply. It will provide viewers with comprehensive access to their lives on and off the ice, highlighting the sacrifices and dedication necessary to succeed in one of the world’s most demanding sports. The new season will feature candid interviews with both well-known and rival players, along with those closest to them, including teammates and family members.
Steve Mayer, NHL’s President of Content & Events, shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “Season 1 of Faceoff: Inside the NHL delivered riveting, personal content like never before. With more all-access footage than ever, we’re taking fans even more intimately inside the lives of our players and their families. From intense drama to moments of humor, sorrow, and triumph, this new season will strive to be even more captivating.”
The executive production team for the series includes James Gay-Rees, Paul Martin, and Hillary Olsen for Box to Box, along with Steve Mayer for NHL Productions and showrunner Daniel Amigone. Together, they aim to build on the groundbreaking success of the first season, ensuring audiences are treated to compelling narratives and emotional journeys.
Reiterated by various industry sources, the second season is set to premiere across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide, making it more accessible to hockey fans everywhere. While the first season dazzled audiences with its unique storytelling style, the commitment of Prime Video to providing exclusive sports content is clear.
Alongside Faceoff, Prime Video continues to feature top-tier NHL programming, including Monday Night Hockey and NHL Coast to Coast, which offer extensive coverage and insights on regular-season games and hockey culture. The renewal of Faceoff marks Prime Video's fifth original hockey program produced in collaboration with NHL Productions.
With anticipation building for the return of Faceoff: Inside the NHL, fans can look forward to more intriguing stories and behind-the-scenes access to their favorite players. The upcoming season promises to be richer, providing emotional insights and thrilling hockey moments all rolled together. Will the new episodes match the heart-pounding action and emotional depth of the inaugural season? Only time will tell as we gear up for fall 2025.
