Fox's "Wayward Pines" concluded its 10-episode run on July 23 with a final episode that could be perceived as an ending to the story or a cliffhanger, depending on your viewpoint.

Executive Producer M. Night Shyamalan told Deadline last week that he was satisfied with the conclusion of "Wayward Pines," but he admitted talking with the novels' author, Blake Crouch, about doing something more.

"So, I am happy to walk away, especially with such a wonderful reaction and all that stuff. But honestly, Blake and I do have an idea," Shyamalan revealed.

When Deadline asked if that idea was for Season 2, Shyamalan responded, "We have an idea we've discussed. That's all I'll say."

In the "Wayward Pines" Season 1 television finale, Ethan Burke (Matt Dillon), David Pilcher (Toby Jones) and Ms. Fisher (Hope Davis) all died. Ethan's son, Ben Burke (Charlie Tahan), suffered a head injury and awoke three years later to learn that the "First Generation" of Academy students placed the adults in suspension and now control Wayward Pines.

Worse, the town has the same harsh rules, surveillance and reckoning punishment that Ethan helped expose. A statue of Pilcher stands in the town center, and he's worshipped as a savior.

This is where the story ends in Season 1. It is possible, however, that Ben could revolt. If he decided to free the adults and try to reverse the warped operation of the "First Generation," a second season would be conceivable.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, showrunner Chad Hodge talked about the character of Hassler, who searched for civilization outside of Wayward Pines and sent video journals to the town, which Theresa Burke (Shannyn Sossamon) uncovered when Nurse Pam (Melissa Leo) gave her the key to Plot 33, a hidden underground bunker.

Hodge encouraged fans to read the books to find out more about Hassler and his connection to the Wayward Pines mythology.

Another possible storyline for "Wayward Pines" Season 2 would concentrate on Hassler's character, though no such announcement has been made.

Variety reports the "Wayward Pines" season finale garnered 3.9 million viewers. The show was the highest rated scripted television program this summer for adults between the ages of 18 and 49.