Ransom Canyon Season 2: Steve Howey Joins the Cast and What to Expect
Key Takeaways:
- Steve Howey, known for his roles in Reba and Shameless, joins the cast of Ransom Canyon Season 2 as Levi, the half-brother of Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel).
- Season 2 will delve deeper into the battle to save Ransom Canyon from exploitation and continue exploring the complex relationship between Staten and Quinn (Minka Kelly).
- Production began in early October 2025 in New Mexico, with a focus on sustainable practices.
- A time jump of six months will occur between Season 1 and Season 2.
- The premiere date for Ransom Canyon Season 2 is yet to be announced, but it could potentially air in the fall of 2026, based on Season 1’s production timeline.
Steve Howey, best known for his roles as Van Montgomery in the sitcom Reba and Kevin Ball in the series Shameless, is set to join the cast of Netflix’s Ransom Canyon for its upcoming second season. Variety reports that Howey will take on the recurring role of Levi, who is described as a "mountain man of sorts who lives off the land" and is also the half-brother of Staten Kirkland, portrayed by Josh Duhamel. This casting news adds another layer of intrigue to the already complex dynamics of the show.
Ransom Canyon is a romance-fueled family drama and contemporary Western saga that explores the interwoven lives and loves of three ranching families against the backdrop of Texas Hill Country. The series centers around the relationship between Staten Kirkland, a prominent rancher, and Quinn O’Grady (Minka Kelly), a talented concert pianist who returns to her small hometown after a setback shakes her confidence. Season 1 navigated the ups and downs of their on-again, off-again romance, complicated by their shared history and personal baggage.
Beyond the central romance, Season 1 also tackled the threat of external forces seeking to exploit Ransom Canyon’s resources. Kirkland and other local business owners found themselves fighting off unwanted financial advances from an energy company aiming to acquire their land and businesses. This company received covert support from influential town residents, including Kirkland’s own father, Senator Samuel Kirkland, who used his political power to advance his financial vision for the town.
Season 2 promises to further explore the themes of exploitation and community preservation, while also deepening the exploration of Staten and Quinn’s relationship. According to producers, a mysterious cowboy will arrive in town, unearthing secrets from the past. Staten will continue to fight to protect his land and the love that anchors him. Showrunner April Blair has revealed that a six-month time jump will occur between seasons, picking up after Quinn accepts a six-month engagement in New York City.
Returning cast members for Season 2 include Josh Duhamel as Staten Kirkland and Minka Kelly as Quinn O’Grady. Lizzy Greene, Garrett Wareing, Jack Schumacher, and Marianly Tejada will also reprise their roles, while Casey W. Johnson has been promoted to a series regular. New additions to the cast include Ben Robson, who will play Oliver, a potential new love interest for Quinn, and Heidi Engerman, who will portray a character named Sydney. Additionally, Patricia Clarkson will guest star as Claire O’Grady, Quinn’s mother. Eoin Macken and Andrew Liner, however, will not be returning as series regulars.
Production for Ransom Canyon Season 2 commenced in early October 2025 at Netflix Studios Albuquerque in New Mexico. The production is committed to sustainable practices, utilizing solar power and geothermal heating and cooling to minimize costs and reduce the series’ carbon footprint. While Season 1 deviated from the plot of Jodi Thomas’s book series the show is based on, fans can still refer to the source material for potential clues about future storylines.
As of now, Netflix has not announced a premiere date for Ransom Canyon Season 2. Considering the production schedule of Season 1, which began filming in February 2024 and premiered in April 2025, it is possible that Season 2 could debut as early as the fall of 2026. Fans of the show are eagerly awaiting news about when they can return to the dramatic and romantic world of Ransom Canyon.
