Ethan Hawke has expressed his excitement regarding the future of The Lowdown after Season 2 wrapped up. The actor and executive producer spoke about the show’s satisfying conclusion and highlighted the promising direction it could take, emphasizing his passion for the project and collaboration with director Sterlin Harjo.
Insights on Season 2 and Creative Journey
In a recent conversation alongside Sterlin Harjo, Hawke reflected on the completion of The Lowdown’s second season and the possibility of continuing the story. The Daytime Emmy Award recipient shared that he committed to the series before a script was finalized and described the creative process as a leap of faith. He praised the show’s director, celebrating the way the storyline concluded.
Hawke said,
“Sterlin wrote it, so he can’t say this, but as the person who jumped off a cliff with him, not knowing where the story was going because I had to say yes to this project before there was any script to read, one of the things that makes me so happy is how the show ends.”
The 54-year-old described the Season 2 finale as among
“my favorite things I’ve ever done,”
calling it deeply satisfying and comparing its structure to a crime novel that keeps viewers eager to follow the hero’s next steps. He added,
“What’s fun about it is that it works like a crime novel. It’s extremely satisfying, and you want to see where the hero goes next.”
Influences and Narrative Style
Hawke acknowledged the impact of writer Walter Mosley, part of Harjo’s creative team, noting the influence of Mosley’s Easy Rawlins series on The Lowdown’s storytelling approach. He remarked that each episode maintains its own story, but viewers gradually become familiar with the characters and recurring elements. The actor observed,
“But you get to know the characters and the world, and you see friends reappear and not reappear.”
Looking Ahead: A Promising Future for The Lowdown
Ethan Hawke concluded by expressing optimism about where The Lowdown could head next, suggesting the series has the potential to grow and improve with future installments. Harjo confirmed this vision simply, stating,
“Yeah, that’s what the plan is.”
The Lowdown originally premiered on FX on September 23, 2025, with its second season finale airing on November 4. Hawke’s enthusiasm signals a bright outlook for the series, raising anticipation for potential new seasons that build on its strong foundation.
