“Mayor of Kingstown” has been renewed for a second season by Paramount Plus. The first season of the drama series began in November, and the season finale aired on January 9. The first two episodes of the series aired on Paramount Network right after “Yellowstone”. The premiere of the series attracted 2.6 million viewers on the linear network, while the second episode attracted 2.1 million. The series follows the McLusky family of power brokers in Kingstown, Michigan, where the incarceration business is the only thriving industry.
The first season cast included Jeremy Renner, Dianne Wiest, Kyle Chandler, Hugh Dillon, Taylor Handley, Emma Laird, Tobi Bamtefa, Derek Webster, Hamish Allan-Headley, Pha’rez Lass, and Aidan Gillen. Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon co-created the series and also serve as executive producers. In addition to the lead role, Renner also produces. Antoine Fuqua, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, and Michael Friedman also serve as executive producers.
MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios are undertaking the project. Tanya Giles, chief programming officer of ViacomCBS Streaming, said, “With Mayor of Kingstown, Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon offer a nuanced depiction of the United States’ harsh prison system. The star crew and cast, including Jeremy Renner and Dianne Wiest, delivered a thought-provoking, intense drama that captivated audiences and left them wanting more. “We are excited to host the expanding Taylor Sheridan Universe and look forward to bringing our fans back to Kingstown next season.”
“Mayor of Kingstown” was the first new series to be released under Sheridan’s extensive overall deal with ViacomCBS following the release of “Yellowstone.” In December, Paramount Plus also released the “Yellowstone” prequel series “1883”. Paramount+, 101 Studios, and MTV Entertainment Studios run these projects together.
