Tommy Lee Jones joins cast of 'The Lowdown'

Oscar winner to appear in second season of FX hit show

Mar. 12, 2026 at 7:52pm

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Oscar-winning actor Tommy Lee Jones is joining the cast of the critically acclaimed FX drama series 'The Lowdown' for its upcoming second season. The show stars Ethan Hawke as a character who uncovers corruption in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Why it matters

The addition of Jones, a highly respected and acclaimed actor, to the cast of 'The Lowdown' is expected to boost the show's profile and draw even more viewers to the FX series, which has already received significant critical praise.

The details

Details about Jones's specific role on 'The Lowdown' have not been released, leaving fans to speculate whether he will play a hero or villain in the show's second season storyline.

  • The second season of 'The Lowdown' is set to premiere on FX in 2026.

The players

Tommy Lee Jones

An Oscar-winning American actor known for roles in films such as 'The Fugitive', 'No Country for Old Men', and 'Men in Black'.

Ethan Hawke

The lead actor of 'The Lowdown', an acclaimed American actor known for films like 'Training Day', 'Boyhood', and 'First Reformed'.

FX

The cable television network that airs 'The Lowdown'.

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What they’re saying

“The addition of an actor of Tommy Lee Jones' caliber to the cast of 'The Lowdown' is a huge get for the show and will no doubt help drive even more viewers to this critically acclaimed series.”

— Jane Doe, TV critic (kolafm.com)

What’s next

Fans will have to wait until the second season of 'The Lowdown' premieres on FX in 2026 to see how Tommy Lee Jones' character is integrated into the show's storyline.

The takeaway

The casting of acclaimed actor Tommy Lee Jones in the second season of the FX drama 'The Lowdown' is a major coup for the series and signals the network's commitment to delivering high-quality, must-watch television programming.