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New 'Manifest' Spin-Off 'Arrivals' Takes Flight on Netflix

New 'Manifest' Spin-Off 'Arrivals' Takes Flight on Netflix

Aug 28, 2026 - 21:50
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Manifest Spin-Off Arrivals Ordered At Netflix — But Will The Original Cast Return?
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Key Highlights:
  • Netflix has ordered a new sci-fi series, 'Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery,' which is set in the world of the former NBC-turned-Netflix
  • In-depth background and analysis of the new series can be found below: For related coverage, explore our detailed analysis on
  • The spin-off promises to deliver a fresh perspective for fans worldwide while honoring the creative continuity essential to the franchi

Netflix has ordered a new sci-fi series, 'Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery,' which is set in the world of the former NBC-turned-Netflix drama 'Manifest.' The show will be led In a statement, Rake expressed his excitement about bringing fans a brand-new mystery from the world of 'Manifest,' saying, 'What started as a wild concept became something much bigger — a story that connected with millions of people around the globe.' The official logline for 'Arrivals' reads: 'When a mysterious plane crash-lands in Denver, the passengers emerge with no memory of who they are, where they came from, or why they're here. A young social worker and a novice Homeland Security agent team up with the new arrivals in an attempt to stop a humanity-ending catastrophe, discovering along the way that they are all part of the very puzzle they're trying to solve.' The show will be released on Netflix, with no release date announced yet.

In-depth background and analysis of the new series can be found below: For related coverage, explore our detailed analysis on Technology and Digital Systems.

More on 'Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery'

The spin-off promises to deliver a fresh perspective for fans worldwide while honoring the creative continuity essential to the franchise. The original stars, including Rake's character, will not be part of this new series, but it is left open for familiar faces to turn up in future episodes.

The creative team behind 'Manifest' returns with a new batch of talented actors and writers. The trio of Rake, Putney, and Easley will serve as co-creators, co-showrunners, writers, and executive producers.

The new series is set to hit Netflix soon. Fans can keep an eye on the streaming service for updates on the release date.

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Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery – Cast and Crew

The "Manifest" universe is taking flight again — and, naturally, it's being confirmed on 8/28.

Netflix has ordered "Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery," a new sci-fi series set in the world of the former NBC-turned-Netflix drama.

Original "Manifest" creator and showrunner Jeff Rake returns for the spin-off, alongside former co-executive producers Margaret Easley and Laura Putney. The trio will serve as co-creators, co-showrunners, writers, and executive producers.

"When the idea for 'Manifest' first crash-landed in my head, I never imagined where it would lead," Rake stated in a statement. "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. But the world of 'Manifest' has more stories to tell. To now bring fans a brand-new mystery from that world is quite simply beyond my wildest dreams.

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The release date has not been announced yet.

Original creator and showrunner Jeff Rake, alongside former co-executive producers Laura Putney and Margaret Easley.

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