How to Watch City of God: The Fight Rages On Season 2 on DIRECTV
City of God: The Fight Rages On returns for Season 2 on Sunday, November 8, 2026, on HBO Latino in the U.S., and it streams on HBO Max. On DIRECTV, HBO Latino is channel 511 (also in HD), so you can watch the premiere on your receiver or stream it in the HBO Max app.
The HBO Original series continues the story of the acclaimed 2002 film City of God, and its first season debuted in 2024. Season 2 has six episodes, filmed in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, and the first episode had its world premiere at the Rio Film Festival on October 9.
City of God Season 2 at a glance
| Premiere | Sunday, November 8, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Episodes | Six |
| TV channel | HBO Latino (DIRECTV channel 511) |
| Streaming | HBO Max |
| Director | Aly Muritiba |
| Producers | Andrea Barata Ribeiro and Fernando Meirelles, for O2 Filmes |
What City of God Season 2 is about
The drug lord Curió is dead, and a violent fight for control of the territory breaks out. HBO says newly elected councilwoman Berenice takes on political corruption and the growing influence of the militia, while Jerusa, a lawyer haunted by her past, seeks revenge against the people who destroyed her family. Leka turns to culture, funk music and dance parties to bring the community together.
The season also brings back Matheus Nachtergaele as Cenoura, the role he originated in the 2002 film. Just out of prison, Cenoura returns to the community he once left behind.
City of God Season 2 cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Roberta Rodrigues | Berenice |
| Andréia Horta | Jerusa |
| Luellem de Castro | Leka |
| Matheus Nachtergaele | Cenoura |
Alexandre Rodrigues, Sabrina Rosa, Kiko Marques, Dhonata Augusto, Victor Andrade, Carol Dall Farra, Rafael Lozano, Shirley Cruz and Otavio Linhares also return. Paulo Lins, author of the novel behind the original film, co-leads the writers' room with Maíra Oliveira.
How to watch City of God Season 2 on DIRECTV
HBO Latino is part of DIRECTV's HBO lineup. DIRECTV PREMIER includes HBO Max Standard, and ENTERTAINMENT, CHOICE and ULTIMATE customers can add HBO Max for $18.49 a month, which brings the HBO channels, On Demand and the HBO Max app. Our HBO Max on DIRECTV guide covers the channel numbers.
If you'd rather stream on your own, HBO Max costs $10.99 a month for Basic with Ads, $18.49 for Standard and $22.99 for Premium. The HBO Max app runs on a DIRECTV Gemini device, smart TVs and streaming sticks. HBO hasn't announced a premiere time, so check your DIRECTV guide on channel 511 the week of November 8. To compare packages with HBO Max built in, see our DIRECTV packages page.
Frequently asked questions
When does City of God: The Fight Rages On Season 2 premiere?
Season 2 premieres Sunday, November 8, 2026, on HBO Latino in the U.S. and on HBO Max.
What channel is HBO Latino on DIRECTV?
HBO Latino is DIRECTV channel 511, including the HD feed.
How many episodes are in City of God Season 2?
Season 2 has six episodes.
Is Cenoura back in City of God Season 2?
Yes. Matheus Nachtergaele returns as Cenoura, the role he played in the 2002 film, now just out of prison.
Can I stream City of God Season 2 without cable?
Yes. It streams on HBO Max, which starts at $10.99 a month for Basic with Ads. DIRECTV PREMIER also includes HBO Max Standard.
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