Music mogul Simon Cowell is celebrating a major success with his latest venture, as the newly formed boyband December 10 is already lined up for a second documentary series. The group was created through Cowell's new Netflix talent show, Next Act, which aired its first season on 10 December 2025.
From Auditions to Stardom: The Next Act Journey
Marking his grand return to talent scouting seven years after The X Factor last aired, Simon Cowell's Next Act promised an all-access pass to the formation of a global boyband. The series followed Cowell's exhaustive search, culminating in the selection of seven final members: Nicolas Alves (16), Cruz Lee-Ojo (19), Hendrik Christoffersen (19), John Fadare (17), Josh Oliver (17), Danny Bretherton (16), and Seán Hayden (19). The band aptly named themselves December 10 after their show's release date.
The official synopsis billed the show as Cowell's mission to "create the next global boyband sensation," with cameras tracking every step from open casting calls to their debut single. Upon choosing the final lineup, Cowell told the ecstatic singers, "When this show airs your whole life changes. I am really, really proud of you individually."
A 'No-Brainer' Second Series in the Works
According to a source speaking to Capital FM, commissioning a follow-up docuseries is a 'no-brainer'. The insider revealed that the band's explosive online growth and rapidly solidifying fanbase have made the decision an easy one. "They’re rocketing online and already have a strong fanbase," the source stated, adding, "a camera crew has been following them since series one wrapped. All that content would make up series two."
The source also highlighted that even if Netflix does not formally commission the series, alternative platforms like YouTube are viable options for streaming the content directly to the band's devoted followers. This confidence stems from the show surpassing expectations in a vastly changed entertainment landscape. "Everyone has been thrilled by the reception because the whole world of entertainment has totally changed since then," the source added.
Immediate Success and Fan Frenzy
The band's debut has been met with significant early success. Their first music video reportedly amassed an impressive 117,000 views in under 24 hours, signalling a powerful start. Fan reaction on social media has been fervent, with one supporter exclaiming, "Finally! A new boy band to get obsessed over. You guys are great!"
This momentum confirms Simon Cowell's enduring influence in the music industry and sets the stage for December 10's next chapter. With a second series already in motion, the world will continue to watch as these seven boys navigate their newfound fame and the pressures of pop stardom.
