Season 2 of Ethan Hawke's The Lowdown Discussed by Creator After Emotional Finale
“I’ve thought about many seasons of this show.” Sterlin Harjo, creator of The Lowdown, shares a candid perspective on the future of the series. Premiering on FX in September and streaming on Hulu, the neo-noir crime drama stars Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, a self-proclaimed truthstorian exposing corruption in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
This role places Hawke’s character in conflict with powerful figures in the city. The Lowdown is a follow-up to Harjo's Emmy-nominated Reservation Dogs, with both series earning widespread acclaim. The show holds a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 44 positive reviews and a single negative review.
The success of the first season has sparked speculation about a possible continuation. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter after the season finale, Harjo addressed the potential direction for future episodes. Though FX has not confirmed renewal, Harjo, who is also executive producer, said:
“I mean, I’ve thought about many seasons of this show. I’ve thought about other projects — there was always an idea of going deeper into Oklahoma and some of these relationships that Lee has made in the first season. And you look at your show and see how people are responding.”
Creator’s Vision for Season 2
- Exploration of deeper relationships developed in season 1
- Focus on breakout supporting characters
- Continued setting in Oklahoma, enriching the local context
While fans await official confirmation, the creator’s openness hints at an expanded storyline and more character development in potential future seasons.
Summary
Sterlin Harjo expresses strong interest in developing multiple future seasons of The Lowdown, focusing on Oklahoma’s complex relationships and characters introduced in season 1.