Homestead Series Renewed for Season 2 as Real-Life Prepper Compound Fuels Hit Show

A hit post-apocalyptic series is expanding its story. Angel Studios has renewed Homestead: The Series for a second season.

The show is filmed at a real survivalist compound in Utah. Its owner, Jayson Orvis, inspired the entire franchise.

From Fiction to Real-Life Fortress

The Homestead universe is based on the Black Autumn book series. Co-author Jayson Orvis lives the prepper lifestyle for real. His 300-acre property in the Rocky Mountains is the primary filming location.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show’s interior and exterior shots use Orvis’s actual home and land. The story follows a family seeking refuge after a nuclear attack. They find safety at a fortified compound, mirroring Orvis’s own setup.

Production Greenlit Amid Strong Viewer Demand

The renewal comes with immediate production plans. Filming for Homestead: The Series season two begins this week. This swift action highlights the show’s success on the Angel Studios platform.

Angel Studios reports massive engagement for the franchise. Nearly one in eight minutes watched on their app is tied to Homestead content. The film and series have been watched for over 81 million minutes, driving significant new membership growth.

Thought you’d like to know

What is the Homestead series about?

The series is a post-apocalyptic drama. It follows a former Green Beret leading his family to a survival compound after a nuclear detonation causes societal collapse. It continues the story from the *Homestead* feature film.

Where can I watch the Homestead series?

New episodes of *Homestead: The Series* stream on the Angel Studios app. The first two episodes are already available for viewing. The season will continue through Christmas Day.

Is the Homestead compound real?

Yes. The show is filmed at a real 300-acre prepper compound in Utah. It belongs to Jayson Orvis, the co-author of the books that inspired the series. The location features sustainable agriculture and security measures.

Who stars in the Homestead series?

Bailey Chase reprises his role as ex-Green Beret Jeff Kirkham from the film. Neal McDonough’s character from the movie is in a coma for the series, shifting the focus to Chase’s leadership.

Why was there a delay in new episodes?

Production was halted due to severe snowstorms in Utah. The delay was so significant that Angel Studios had to re-fund the remainder of the first season’s episodes before filming could resume.