The residents end up trapped between drug dealers, militias and government authorities.

However, their desire to break this cycle drives the community to unite and confront their oppressors.

The second episode will debut on Sunday, September 1.

‘City of God: The Fight Rages On’ renewed for Season 2

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Bruno Costa serves as episode director, and Thatiane Almeida joins as episodes co-director.

Mariano Cesar, Anouk Aaron and Vanessa Miranda executive produce via Warner Bros.

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