Patrick Dempsey’s Dark Crime Thriller Series Confirmed for Renewal
Fox has ordered a second season of the Patrick Dempsey-led crime drama. The renewal was announced on April 6, 2026, the same night the season one finale aired.
Renewal details
Deadline reported the pickup for season two. The news arrived as the finale of the first season played on FOX.
Patrick Dempsey’s dark crime thriller series has been confirmed for renewal, according to the trade report. The renewal follows steady attention to the show’s premiere run.
Production and creative team
Aaron Zelman and Glenn Kessler took over showrunning duties during season one production. They will continue as showrunners for season two.
The pair replaced original showrunners Ed Whitmore, Tracey Malone, and David Schulner mid-production. The leadership change occurred before the season concluded.
Directors and debut
The series premiered on January 25, 2026, on FOX. Directors credited on season one include Daniel Minahan, Patrick Dempsey, and Angelo Ledda.
Patrick Dempsey’s return to network TV
The show marks Dempsey’s return to network television. He previously starred as Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd on Grey’s Anatomy for eleven seasons.
Dempsey’s film credits include Enchanted, Scream 3, Dexter: Original Sin, Sweet Home Alabama, and Bridget Jones’s Baby. His casting helped raise expectations for the series.
Filmogaz.com will update this story as more details become available. Expect casting, plot, and scheduling news ahead of season two production.