The Empire Files Season 1 • TV Show
Seasons of The Empire Files
The Empire Files currently has 2 seasons and 27 episodes. Most episodes run for around 30 minutes, which makes the show easy to binge in short bursts. The series is currently marked as "Returning Series". The most recently aired episode came out in 2016.
The Empire Files Season 2 • TV Show
The Empire Files Season 2
When is the next season of The Empire Files coming out?
The Empire Files is listed as an ongoing series with a "Returning Series" production status, but the next episode or season has not yet been given a firm air date in the official schedule. The most recent episode aired on May 23, 2016, so any future release date is likely to fall after that. Past gaps between seasons have been under a year, suggesting that new episodes usually arrive without an especially long wait.
Watch the official trailers for The Empire Files
Watch the main official trailer for The Empire Files in one place. Most of these clips were released around May 2017, capturing the show at its peak marketing push. Use the carousel to sample the show's visual style, story hooks and production quality before you dive into full episodes.


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What is The Empire Files about?
From inside history's biggest empire, host Abby Martin records a world shaped by war & inequality, and explores the U.S. Empire, its rise to world hegemony and its impact on people and the planet. It blends documentary, news and war & politics elements. The series reflects a distinct US style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creator, Abby Martin.
Release pattern and schedule for The Empire Files
The Empire Files has been releasing episodes between September 2015 and May 2016 across 2 seasons. So far there are 27 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. The gap between seasons has often been under a year (around 9 months on average), indicating a relatively fast turnaround between batches of episodes. Until a new date appears, May 2016 remains the latest confirmed release window for the show.

