‘The Lowdown’ Season 2 Casts Martha Plimpton, Clifton Collins Jr.

Martha Plimpton and Clifton Collins Jr. have officially joined the cast of “The Lowdown” Season 2, as reported exclusively by Variety. They are set to star alongside Tommy Lee Jones, Betty Gilpin, and Austin Amelio in the FX series. The show, which stars Ethan Hawke as Lee Raybon, a rare book dealer and “truthstorian” in Tulsa, OK, received critical acclaim for its first season and was renewed for a second season in January 2026.

Plimpton, known for her roles in films such as “The Goonies,” “The Mosquito Coast,” and “Parenthood,” as well as the Fox sitcom “Raising Hope,” has recently appeared in the 2021 film “Mass” and the HBO show “The Regime” and “Task.” She is a three-time Emmy nominee and won the award for outstanding guest actress in a drama series in 2012. On the other hand, Collins received an Emmy nomination in 2006 for his work in the FX miniseries “Thief” and has appeared in shows like “Westworld” and “Veronica Mars,” as well as films like “Capote” and “Nightmare Alley.”

Exact character details for Plimpton and Collins in “The Lowdown” Season 2 are being kept under wraps. The series, created by Sterlin Harjo, follows Lee Raybon as he delves into a conspiracy involving the wealthy Washberg family. Harjo serves as the executive producer and showrunner, alongside Garrett Basch and Ethan Hawke.

The first season of “The Lowdown” premiered on Sept. 23, 2025, and was met with critical acclaim. The show has been praised for its intriguing storyline and strong performances from the cast. With the addition of Plimpton and Collins to the already star-studded ensemble, fans can expect another thrilling season of mystery and suspense.

Stay tuned for more updates on “The Lowdown” Season 2 as production continues and new details are revealed. Don’t miss out on this exciting series that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with its gripping storyline and talented cast.