Manifest Spin-Off Arrivals Ordered At Netflix — But Will The Original Cast Return?

Netflix has announced the arrival of a new sci-fi series titled "Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery," set within the universe of the former NBC drama "Manifest." The spin-off, created by original "Manifest" creator and showrunner Jeff Rake, along with co-creators Margaret Easley and Laura Putney, is set to premiere on August 28.

Rake expressed his excitement about bringing fans a new mystery from the "Manifest" world, saying, "What started as a wild concept became something much bigger — a story that connected with millions of people around the globe. And thanks to Netflix, we were able to finish the journey and give those fans the ending they deserved."

Easley and Putney, who have been Rake's trusted colleagues for over a decade, will once again collaborate on "Arrivals," co-creating, co-showrunning, writing, and serving as executive producers. They shared their enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Together we've set out to create something bold, surprising, deeply human, and full of the kind of big ideas that spark conversations long after the credits roll."

The series follows a mysterious plane crash in Denver, where the survivors emerge with no memory of their past. A young social worker and a novice Homeland Security agent must team up to solve the puzzle and prevent a potential global catastrophe.

However, it remains unclear if the original cast, featuring Melissa Roxburgh and Josh Dallas as siblings Michaela and Ben Stone, will return for "Arrivals." Rake hinted at the possibility, saying, "We've tried to thread the needle in a way that's rewarding for the OG 'Manifest' fans, but also equally rewarding for people who are brand new to the show."

Netflix U.S. and Canada Head of Scripted Series, Jinny Howe, expressed her excitement about expanding the "Manifest" universe with "Arrivals," emphasizing, "Their return ensures the creative continuity essential to this franchise, allowing us to honor what made the original a phenomenon while introducing a fresh perspective for fans worldwide."