Nicole Kidman is back in the wellness game—this time with a queer twist and a dangerously sharp bob.
Season 2 of Nine Perfect Strangers premiered May 22 on Prime Video, and it’s bringing more chaos, more drama, and a lot more queerness. Set in the snowy Austrian Alps, this new installment follows nine new guests lured into an exclusive wellness retreat led by the mysterious and mesmerizing Masha (Kidman). Over the course of a week, the strangers are pushed to their emotional limits—healing, unraveling, and possibly hallucinating their way to transformation.
The cast is stacked—and yes, it’s very gay
This season’s cast is serving prestige TV with a side of camp. Alongside Kidman, viewers will recognize familiar faces like Murray Bartlett (The White Lotus), Henry Golding (Monsoon), Annie Murphy (Schitt’s Creek), Christine Baranski (The Good Fight), Lena Olin (Alias), Lucas Englander (Transatlantic), Dolly de Leon (Triangle of Sadness), Mark Strong (Cruella), and Aras Aydin (Kiraz Mevsimi).
The real show-stealers, however, are Maisie Richardson-Sellers and King Princess, who portray Wolfie and Tina—musicians, romantic partners, and walking definitions of “toxic lesbian couple.”
Wolfie and Tina: A queer couple in crisis
The second season leans into emotional turmoil, especially through the dynamic between Wolfie and Tina. Tina, a former prodigy, has stepped away from music after hitting a wall of burnout and self-doubt. Wolfie, a professional violinist, wants to reignite her partner’s passion, but instead fuels tension and resentment.
In an interview with GAY TIMES, Richardson-Sellers described their relationship as “heartbreaking” and “fun” to explore. “There’s no communication or honesty, and they’re butting heads,” they said. King Princess was a little more blunt: “It’s lesbian bed death.”
Tina and Wolfie’s bond is tightly intertwined with their shared creative identity—a reality that resonates hard for anyone in both love and art. “We not only work together, we have this shared passion,” said King Princess. “Our romantic relationship is basically held together by music.”
Representation beyond the rainbow
What makes their dynamic feel refreshing is that it’s not sugar-coated. The show allows queer characters to be messy and human—without making their queerness the focal point of every plot line.
“Yes, we’re celebrating it—but it’s not their whole personality or identity,” Richardson-Sellers said. “It’s just a dysfunctional relationship, and we happen to be queer.”
King Princess added that both she and her co-star pulled from their personal lives and community to bring authenticity to the roles: “I live in an incredibly toxic lesbian community. They’re insane!”
Creative burnout hits hard—even on TV
For King Princess, stepping into Tina’s shoes hit close to home—not because of her sexuality, but because of her history with music. Since her debut single “1950” in 2018, she’s dropped two acclaimed albums (Cheap Queen and Hold On Baby), so portraying an artist who’s lost her love for music was an unexpected challenge.
“We’ve all been there at some point,” she said. “When you have a creative passion, naturally there are moments where you’re like, ‘Do I even like this anymore?’ And then you find your way.”
Nicole Kidman’s bob is the 10th queer character
We’d be remiss not to mention the unspoken icon of the season: Nicole Kidman’s haircut. Sleek, short, and aggressively severe, it’s already generating memes and admiration across social media. The cast agrees—it’s art.
I’m so into the new season of Nine Perfect Strangers. Annie Murphy’s Transatlantic accent. Murray Bartlett talking to a puppet. Dolly de Leon as a former nun. Nicole Kidman’s bob. All perfect, no notes. pic.twitter.com/18O6rShW4W
— Raven Brunner (@raventbrunner) May 23, 2025
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Nine episodes. Nine strangers. Infinite drama.
With bold performances, grounded queer storytelling, and a wild ride of emotional (and psychedelic) breakthroughs, Season 2 of Nine Perfect Strangers is anything but subtle. It’s rich with heart, tension, and a delicious dose of gay drama. Catch new episodes Thursdays on Prime Video.
