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Lawmen: Bass Reeves Season 2: No Confirmation Yet for 2025, but Here’s What We Know!
Fans of Lawmen: Bass Reeves, the gripping Western series from Chad Feehan and executive producer Taylor Sheridan, are eagerly awaiting news of a second season following its record-breaking 2023 debut on Paramount+. Despite its success as the most-watched global series premiere on the platform that year, with 7.5 million viewers for its first two episodes, Season 2 has not been officially greenlit as of June 23, 2025. Reports of a 10-episode Season 2 with a confirmed release schedule appear to be unverified rumors. Let’s break down the latest updates, what a potential Season 2 could look like, and why the anthology format is stirring excitement.
Lawmen: Bass Reeves Season 1, which premiered November 5, 2023, brought to life the story of Bass Reeves (David Oyelowo), the first Black U.S. Deputy Marshal west of the Mississippi, who arrested over 3,000 outlaws without serious injury. The eight-episode run earned an 81% on Rotten Tomatoes and praise for Oyelowo’s Golden Globe-nominated performance. However, creator Chad Feehan confirmed in April 2024 that Lawmen is an anthology series, meaning Season 2 would likely focus on a new historical lawman or law woman, not Bass Reeves. “There are several figures in history much like Bass who deserve their day in the sun,” Feehan told Deadline.
Despite no official renewal, star and producer David Oyelowo remains optimistic. At SXSW 2025, he told ScreenRant, “The more people ask for more Lawmen: Bass Reeves, the sooner it’ll happen. I loved playing that role.” He hinted at openness to reprising Bass, though the anthology format suggests a new lead, possibly exploring figures like Cherokee lawman Sam Sixkiller or a female outlaw, as Feehan teased to Collider. Director Damian Marcano echoed this, telling Digital Spy that fan demand could drive a renewal, but the series’ focus would shift to another legend.
No release schedule exists for Season 2, as Paramount+ has not confirmed production. Speculation of a 10-episode run lacks credible backing, with sites like Men’s Health and The Pioneer Woman estimating a 2025 release at the earliest due to Sheridan’s busy slate, including 1923 Season 2 and The Madison. Filming for a new season would likely start in Fort Worth, Texas, as Season 1 did, but no timeline has been set. The cast remains unconfirmed, though Oyelowo’s involvement as a producer could ensure continuity, with new actors like Dennis Quaid or Donald Sutherland’s caliber expected.
If renewed, Season 2 would likely maintain the gritty Western vibe, blending historical accuracy with Sheridan’s dramatic flair. Feehan suggested exploring stories like that of Bass’s son Bennie, arrested for murder, or other unsung heroes of color or women in the Old West. Fans on X are vocal, with
@WesternFanatic
posting, “We need more Lawmen! Bass’s story isn’t done!” while
@TVJunkie23
counters, “Anthology sounds dope—give us a new legend!” Paramount+’s silence, despite the show’s 2023 Nielsen Top 10 ranking, suggests they’re waiting for the right moment.
For now, no 10-episode Season 2 is confirmed, and claims of a 2025 schedule are premature. Fans can stream Season 1 on Paramount+ or push for renewal by voicing support. What historical figure would you want Season 2 to spotlight? Share your thoughts, and stay tuned for Lawmen updates!
