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The Lowdown Returns Oct 14

Ethan Hawke's drama series gets a second season with new cast members Tommy Lee Jones and Betty Gilpin, and a gripping storyline involving a missing person from the state penitentiary

The Lowdown Returns Oct 14
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The Lowdown, a drama series starring Ethan Hawke, will premiere its second season on October 14 on FX and Hulu. The season will consist of 8 episodes, with new episodes released weekly on Wednesdays.

Ethan Hawke will reprise his role as Lee Raybon, a self-proclaimed Tulsa “truthstorian” who is fiercely committed to exposing corruption and unearthing the city's hidden rot. He will be joined by new cast members Tommy Lee Jones and Betty Gilpin, who play significant roles in the season's storyline.

The season's storyline follows Lee as he teams up with a public defender, played by Betty Gilpin, to investigate a case involving a missing person from the state penitentiary. The situation turns out to have all of Lee's favorite ingredients: power, corruption, and malfeasance among the wealthy elite.

The series was created by Sterlin Harjo, who executive produces with Garrett Basch, Ethan Hawke, Ryan Hawke, Duffy Boudreau, and Scott Teems. The series is produced by FX Productions.

## What to Expect The second season of The Lowdown promises to be just as gripping as the first, with Lee's recent story on the life and untimely death of Dale Washberg earning him a local citizen journalist award. However, Lee's inability to process things going well for a change leads him to self-medicate, making a less than stellar showing at the ceremony. His wildly unfiltered speech grabs the attention of beautiful and brash public defender Ginger, who accepts his help on the case.

## Why it Matters The Lowdown's second season is significant because it continues to explore the themes of corruption, power, and malfeasance that made the first season so compelling. With the addition of new cast members and a gripping storyline, the season is sure to attract both old and new fans of the series. The show's commitment to exposing the truth and shedding light on the darker aspects of society makes it a must-watch for anyone interested in thought-provoking drama.

The Lowdown season 2 will premiere on October 14 on FX and Hulu, with new episodes released weekly on Wednesdays. The season promises to be a thrilling ride, full of twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

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