Action hero stars Jeremy Renner and Kyle Chandler star in the gritty crime thriller series Mayor of Kingstown, which promises to be as explosive as what audiences see between these two when they face off in the second season of this Paramount original series. And the anticipation doesn’t disappoint with the newly released exclusive first look at the Paramount original series, Mayor of Kingstown.
Industry insider Renner plays Mike McLusky, known as the gritty Mayor of Kingstown, which is actually a nickname for his position as a power play in a corrupt small town allegedly ruled by both crime and corrupt officials and, of course, the prison system. Chandler, who has earned praise for his performances in Friday Night Lights and Bloodline, plays Mike’s brother Mitch McLusky, the erstwhile head of the family before things went terribly wrong.
Tension between Chandler and Renner’s respective characters has always been at the heart of show appeal, bringing palpable raw emotion and determination into roles of actors. Viewers will also see an escalating conflict between Mike and Mitch as he navigates through the treacherous world of Kingstown in the first look at the upcoming season. The preview of the movie hints at more violent power struggles and personal turmoil as brothers grapple with their moral choices in a town where survival often means impossible decisions.
It taps into themes of systemic inequality, corruption, and intricate moves and games inside the stronghold of law enforcement, prisoners, and local populations, deep digging into problems associated with the U.S. prison system. With the sharp writing and unwavering coverage of social issues by Taylor Sheridan, the storyline continues to be quite gritty and thought-provoking.
Renner spoke to Showtime exclusively about the inner conflict of his character. “Mike is a man who’s been pushed to his limits. And this season, we actually see him really grappling with his responsibilities. The choices he makes have consequences, not just for him, but for everybody around him.”
Chandler agrees with that sentiment, pointing to how Mayor of Kingston is “A show that isn’t afraid to confront the darker side of humanity. The stakes are high for everyone involved.”
This coming season, with his characteristic intensity, star turns by Renner and Chandler, Mayor of Kingstown promises viewers an electrifying season. Exclusive first look below sets the stage for a thrilling, emotionally charged continuation that fans won’t want to miss.
The Mayor of Kingstown Season 2 will soon be on Paramount.
