India, Jan. 2 -- Nearly a decade after its first outing redefined the modern spy thriller, The Night Manager has finally returned for its sophomore season. Season 2 sees Tom Hiddleston reprise his role as Jonathan Pine, the hotelier-turned-agent who is once again pulled from a quiet life into the crosshairs of international arms trading.

Initial social media reactions suggest that the long wait hasn't dampened the show's impact. One viewer on X shared their excitement, stating: "The 2nd season of #TheNightManager was sure worth the decade-long wait, delivering once again a Bond-esque spy thriller, only one that is actually better than most Bond films. Tom Hiddleston carries while Camila Morrone is a compelling enigma, and Diego Calva is ...