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OBX Prequel Explores Pogues & Kooks Origins
19 Aug
Summary
- A prequel series is in development, set 20 years before Outer Banks.
- The prequel will explore the origins of the Pogues and Kooks divide.
- It will focus on the parents' generation and new characters.
Showrunners for the popular series Outer Banks are reportedly working on a prequel, titled Kildare, which is set to explore the formative years of the show's central conflict. This new series will unfold two decades prior to the original story, focusing on the emergence of the deep social stratification between the island's inhabitants.
The prequel aims to illuminate the roots of the 'Pogues' and 'Kooks' divide, investigating how the island's community splintered into distinct socioeconomic groups. According to sources, the narrative will be driven by the experiences of the characters' parents and introduce new figures, offering a fresh perspective on the established lore.
While Netflix has not officially confirmed the project, the creators have been vocal about their intentions. The release of Outer Banks season 5 is anticipated on August 20, 2026, with the prequel's development progressing in parallel. The focus on an earlier generation suggests that the main cast members will not feature in the prequel.
