The Following renewed for Season 2

Serial killer drama The Following  has been renewed for a second season.

Fox renewed the drama mid way through its premier season, proving that the genre for television has become increasingly popular in recent years.

Shows like Dexter and NBC’s upcoming Hannibal explore the dark and dangerous minds of killers on a weekly basis, and in many cases, audiences are fascinated with the results.

Kevin Reilly, chairman of entertainment at FOX released the following statement regarding the show’s return next season: “From the very beginning, we felt Kevin Williamson and Marcos Siega had created a high-quality, edge-of-your-seat drama that could break from the pack, and it is exciting to see the audience responding.

“Kevin Bacon and James Purefoy have given us two of the most compelling characters on television and the entire cast is incredible. I’m delighted to have this thrill ride continue on FOX for another season.”

The Following airs Monday nights at 9/8c on FOX and on Sky Atlantic, Tuesdays at 10pm.