FX Brings Back ‘The Lowdown’ for a Second Season
FX Renewed ‘The Lowdown’ for Second Season
FX has officially renewed the drama series The Lowdown, marking the return of Sterlin Harjo’s critically acclaimed show. The announcement comes shortly after the series premiered its first season, which stars Ethan Hawke in the leading role.
The inaugural season of The Lowdown debuted earlier this year and follows the tumultuous journey of citizen journalist and self-proclaimed “truthstorian” Lee Raybon, portrayed by Hawke. Production for the second season is set to commence this spring in Tulsa.
In The Lowdown, Lee Raybon’s quest for the truth often leads him into precarious situations. Although he is far from an idealist, his dedication to unveiling corruption and confronting the darker aspects of his city drives much of the plot. The first season culminates with Lee’s latest exposé on the powerful Washberg family, a story that sparks a series of events, including the suspicious suicide of family member Dale Washberg. This incident compels Lee to delve deeper into the circumstances of Dale’s death, uncovering a web of intrigue.
The first season also features Keith David and includes guest appearances from notable actors such as Kyle MacLachlan, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Tim Blake Nelson, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Michael “Killer Mike” Render, Kaniehtiio Horn, Tracy Letts, Peter Dinklage, and the late Graham Greene.
The Lowdown will receive acknowledgment at this week’s AFI Awards, where it has been named one of the top 10 TV shows of 2025.
Created by Harjo, the series is executive produced by Garrett Basch, Ethan Hawke, Ryan Hawke, and Duffy Boudreau. The Lowdown is produced by FX Productions, with all episodes currently available for streaming on Hulu.
