Netflix has confirmed the renewal of its scripted comedy series 'Free Bert' for a second season, starring comedian Bert Kreischer. The show, which premiered on January 22, follows Kreischer as a shirtless party legend whose daughters are accepted to an elite Beverly Hills private school, forcing him to suppress his wild nature to fit in.
The series also stars Arden Myrin, Ava Ryan, and Lilou Lang. Showrunners Jarrad Paul and Andy Mogel expressed gratitude in a joint statement, saying, 'We’re incredibly grateful to Netflix for believing in this show and giving us the chance to continue the freeing of Bert.'
Season 1 debuted in Netflix's Global Top 10, according to the streamer. Production for the new season will continue in Atlanta, Georgia, joining other Netflix productions filmed there, including 'Stranger Things' and 'Sweet Magnolias Season 5'.
'Free Bert' is part of Netflix's broader comedy slate, which includes second seasons of 'Running Point' and 'The Four Seasons', as well as new series and standup specials. Kreischer is also set to appear at the Netflix is a Joke Festival 2026, performing with Shaquille O'Neal and hosting a 5K run.
The series was created by Kreischer, Paul, and Mogel, and is executive produced by Kreischer, LeeAnn Kreischer, Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns, Elise Henderson, and Judi Marmel.
