The Netflix series wrapped up Peter's conflict with The Night Agent season 2. However, that's not to say the plot of the next season won't pull from season 1's story. After all, it does have loose ends, such as the one related to Gordon Wick. Wick could easily become an opponent to Peter when the series returns, but he's not the only thing from season 1 that could come back to haunt Peter in season 2.

Peter Sutherland’s Father Didn’t Die In The Night Agent: Theory Explained

The foundation of Peter's backstory and motivation is his father's death, which may be even more complicated than it seemed. At the end of season 1, Peter was told that his father was indeed guilty of treason. After becoming a double agent for the government in the hopes of redeeming himself for his actions, he was killed in a car crash orchestrated by foreign operatives. Or, at least, this was what Peter has been led to believe. It's not impossible that Peter Sutherland, Sr. faked his death.

It's important to keep in mind that Peter's father would have a reason to arrange such a ploy. The current impression of what happened between him and the government is that he agreed to be a double agent to make up for what he did, but it's also apparent that he didn't have much choice in the matter. Presumably, not accepting this deal would have resulted in a formal charge of treason and prison time. To escape this fate, there's a chance that Peter Sutherland, Sr. planned the car crash himself so that he could get out from under the government's thumb and live a life free from their control.

Peter Sutherland’s Father Could Be The Night Agent Season 2 Villain

Heading in this direction would pave the way for Peter's father to serve as one of the main villains of The Night Agent season 2. Such a scenario is feasible, considering all the unknowns surrounding the character. Much of what's known about him stems from Peter's own recollections, plus season 1 continuously makes the point that there's a lot even Peter doesn't know about him.

While The Night Agent implied that he did have good qualities, that's not to say he wouldn't be a villain if he were to return. What Peter's dad did in the past proves he has the potential to commit crimes against the United States. And there's no telling what a life away from his son has done to his emotional state and moral outlook. If he blames the government for the life he's led over the last several years, whether the sentiment is deserved or not, it could push him into acting against his own country, thus provoking an inevitable encounter with his son in The Night Agent season 2's story.

As for how such a tense reunion could be facilitated in the show, it could be that Peter Sutherland, Sr. has allied with a foreign enemy of the United States that may be giving him shelter. If Peter's mission in season 2 puts him at odds with whatever group his father is a part of, such a development could culminate in a shocking revelation and a whirlwind of emotions for Peter. A person he idolized throughout his youth and defended year after year, not to mention his father, emerging as a villain would be the greatest emotional challenge The Night Agent season 2 could possibly throw at Peter.

How The Night Agent Season’s Ending Opens The Door For Peter’s Father To Return

What Peter discovered in The Night Agent season 1 finale was depicted as a moment of closure, but what it also did for the show was open the door for more of his story to be explored. It shouldn't be forgotten that all through The Night Agent season 1, Peter has been adamant about his father's innocence. Knowing his understanding of his dad's past was inaccurate may lead to a different attitude toward him, which could go hand-in-hand with a storyline that lets Peter to confront him about his betrayal directly.