Ransom Canyon fans have been calling for a second season of the smash Netflix hit since practically the moment Season 1 first dropped, and in a new interview, series star Josh Duhamel teases fans with a hopeful update about Season 2.
During an interview with the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, host Amanda Hirsch asked Duhamel directly whether he’s had confirmation about Ransom Canyon Season 2 yet, and his answer should make fans happy.
Will There Be a Season 2 of Ransom Canyon?
Netflix has not announced a decision on a Ransom Canyon Season 2. However, Duhamel was optimistic in his answer, saying, “I don’t know. I feel like it’s gonna happen.”
When Hirsch pointed out the show’s strong ratings performance, he replied, “It’s been doing well, but you know, it’s about completion. People, they wanna see how many people are actually watching it and completing it.”
Duhamel’s comments echo what he said in a previous interview with Town & Country, where he expressed strong ideas about possible storylines for Season 2.
“I want it to feel unpredictable, raw, real, and interesting,” he said.
“I don’t know what they have planned,” Duhamel added. “They’ve been in the writer’s room now for a bit, so we’ll see.”
Ransom Canyon creator and showrunner April Blair has also weighed in on the possibility of a Season 2, telling Deadline that her team is already “in the room” working on a new season of the show.
What Is Ransom Canyon?
IMDb describes Ransom Canyon as a “romance-fueled family drama and contemporary Western saga that charts the intersecting lives and loves of three ranching families set against the sweeping tundras and rolling rivers of Texas Hill Country.”
Ransom Canyon follows a prominent widowed rancher, Staten Kirkland (Duhamel), and his long friendship with Ransom Canyon dancehall owner Quinn O’Grady (Minka Kelly), a renowned concert pianist who has returned to the small Texas town after a career setback has destroyed her confidence.
They’ve known each other since high school, but Kirkland and O’Grady are still just friends as the show begins, though it develops into an on-again, off-again romance.
Kirkland and local business owners are also fighting off forceful overtures from an energy company that wants to acquire his ranch, as well as controlling financial interests Ransom Canyon’s local businesses.
The company is getting a lot of help from some of the town’s most prominent residents, including Staten’s father, Samuel Kirkland, who uses his position as a senator to help leverage his personal vision for the town and how best to exploit its resources.
Who Stars in Ransom Canyon?
Duhamel and Kelly, James Brolin, Lizzy Greene, Garrett Wareing, Jack Schumacher and more star in Ransom Canyon.
How Can I Watch Ransom Canyon?
Watch Ransom Canyon exclusively on Netflix. Season 1 of the show is now streaming in its entirety.
Can I See a Trailer for Ransom Canyon?
Here is the trailer for Ransom Canyon:
Ransom Canyon | Official Trailer | Netflix
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When Did Ransom Canyon Debut?
Ransom Canyon Season 1 debuted on April 17, 2025.
How Are the Ratings for Ransom Canyon?
Ransom Canyon has been a ratings bonanza for Netflix. It rose to No. 1 on Netflix’ streaming charts within days of its release, and it’s stayed near the top ever since.
The show just marked four weeks in a row in the Top 10 on Netflix.
When Will Ransom Canyon Season 2 Air?
Marie Claire reports that Ransom Canyon began filming Season 1 in February of 2024 and finished up in June. The show debuted in April of 2025.
If a schedule of 14-15 months repeats, a possible Ransom Canyon Season 2 could begin airing in the fall of 2026, as long as Netflix makes a decision soon.
Meet the Hot Cowboys of Netflix’s ‘Ransom Canyon’
Ransom Canyon is heating up on Netflix after just one season. Based on a book by the same name, the show follows several ranchers in the Texas Hill Country. The show promises drama, as well as romance, as these ranchers and their family’s lives intersect.
Josh Duhamel as Staten Kirkland
Duhamel stars in the series as Staten Kirkland, who is described as “steadfast and stoic.” He is the owner of the Double K Ranch, where he lives alone after losing his wife and son. Although grieving, he is slowly beginning to come around to love again — perhaps with Quinn (played by Minka Kelly).
Eoin Macken as Davis Collins
Davis Collins is charming and well-educated. Played by Eoin Macken, he is the owner of Bar W Ranch and a father to a son named Reid. He also happens to be Kirkland’s brother in-law. The two do not get along and often butt heads, especially over Kel
ly’s character Quinn.
Garrett Wareing as Lucas Russell
Wareing plays Lucas Russell, who works hard and has a good heart. His father left the family, leaving Russell and his brother Kit to fend for themselves in their trailer park home. So, he takes a job at Kirkland’s ranch. He also befriends Reid, despite the fact that they are both chasing the same girl, Lauren.
Jack Schumacher as Yancy Grey
Schumacher plays one of the ranch hands, Yancy Grey. Coming from a troubled past, Grey doesn’t want people to get to close to him. He works for Cap Fuller on his ranch and is quickly falling in love with Ellie, who comes by the ranch often to check on Fuller.
Andrew Liner as Reid Collins
Reid Collins — played by Andrew Liner — is both Collins’ son and Kirkland’s nephew. He likes to live life with a “nothing to lose” mindset after his cousin died in a car accident. Perhaps his big personality comes from the fact that he’s hiding a big secret.
James Brolin as Cap Fuller
An ex-Army captain, Cap Fuller is now the owner of Fuller Ranch. Played by Brolin, Fuller is desperately trying to deal with his grief after losing his son in Afghanistan. His salty demeanor is sweetened by frequent visits from Ellie, who checks in on him. She is the daughter of one of his fellow soldiers who died in the line of duty.
Philip Winchester as Dan Brigman
Winchester plays Sheriff Dan Brigman. In the midst of trying to keep the county in line, he also strives to keep his daughter Lauren away from the Russell brothers.
Justin John Cortez as Kai Flores
Played by Cortez, Kai Flores is an officer serving under Sheriff Brigman. He is also friendly with Ellie.
Casey W. Johnson as Kit Russell
One of the Russell brothers, Kit is the older brother of Lucas. Played by Johnson, Kit has a hard time staying in line. However, his brother is always there to help fix things for him.
Nico Guardado as Tim OGrady
Nico Guardado as Tim O’Grady
Guardado portrays Tim O’Grady on the show. He’s a close ride-or-die friend to Reid. He’s also Quinn’s nephew.
Tatanka Means as Jake Longbow
Means plays Jake Longbow on the show. He’s Kirkland’s go-to man on the Double K Ranch.
