Presumed Innocent season 2: everything we know so far about the Apple TV+ show's return

Presumed Innocent season 2 is on the way, though this time with an entirely new cast and plot paving the way for Apple TV+'s dark and twisting show as an anthology series. And while viewers were left wondering if Rusty Sabich (Jake Gyllenhaal) did or didn’t murder his mistress, it appears it's time to move on.

It's a totally different thrilling murder case adapted from a different novelist's work. Fortunately, that gives us a lot to talk about, stepping away from Rusty's shadow and into another crooked tale. As one of the best Apple TV+ shows, it's no surprise we're eager to find out everything we can about what's in store for this gripping procedural drama pending its return to one of the best streaming services. Here's what we know so far about predicted release date, confirmed cast, plot rumors and more.

Presumed Innocent season 2 release date

There's no Presumed Innocent season 2 release date just yet, but with the official renewal from Apple TV+ happening back in July 2024, it doesn't feel too far away.

I'd predict we'll be seeing season 2 around mid-to-late 2026, but I'll be sure to update here as soon as I hear any news.

Presumed Innocent season 2 trailer

Unfortunately, it's not going to take a district attorney to work out that a Presumed Innocent season 2 trailer won’t be expected until a few weeks before the show drops on Apple TV+. But, I'll post it here when it does.

Presumed Innocent season 2 cast

Full spoilers to follow for Presumed Innocent season 1.

The first Presumed Innocent cast member to be is Rachel Brosnahan leading as Leila Reynolds, as revealed in June by Apple TV. Then, thanks to a report by Deadline in late July, Jack Reynor was also confirmed to be starring opposite Brosnahan. Although there has been no official comment from Apple TV yet.

Deadline revealed that while sources told them about Reynor's role, he might not be the only one: "We understand that there are other leading male roles that could be written into the series."

But, despite Gyllenhaal playing the lead in this series, it seems very unlikely that it will be him returning as Rusty for season 2 given there will be an entirely new storyline (more on this below).

But, he will be staying on as an executive producer alongside David E. Kelley, J.J. Abrams and Scott Turrow.

And while Peter Sarsgaard played Tommy Molto in season 1, he was very clear about his position on returning for season 2, as reported by IndieWire: “I’m not really that interested in sequels. I think I’ve only ever done one season of anything… I think I’m a one-season person.”

That doesn't mean there can't be any crossover though, as Deadline revealed: "There had been an idea for a character or two from Season 1 to carry over for continuity in the vein of HBO's The White Lotus; it is unclear whether that is still a possibility". Though reps from Apple TV+ and WBTV declined to comment.

Presumed Innocent season 2 plot details & rumors

As discussed in the cast section, Presumed Innocent season 2 will be based on an entirely new source material. While Scott Turrow is on board as co-executive producer, it won't be another of his books that season 2 will follow.

Instead, it has been confirmed that it will be based on the debut legal thriller Dissection of a Murder by Jo Murray which won't hit shelves until 2026.

As per the Pan Macmillan's official synopsis, we have a great insight into the plot: "When Leila Reynolds is handed her first murder case, she's shocked at how high-profile it is: the murder of a well-respected, well-known judge.

"This shouldn't be the kind of case she's leading; it's way beyond her expertise. But the defendant, Jack Millman, is clear. He wants her, and only her.

"To make things worse, he's refusing to talk. How is she supposed to prove herself on what appears to be an unwinnable case?"

Oh, and Deadline also revealed that the prosecutor in Leila's case is also her husband. Adding: "Things are still in flux but Dissection of a Murder is expected to serve as inspiration for the second season of what is shaping up to be a true anthology series."

Will there be more seasons of Presumed Innocent?

There's no news of any future seasons of Presumed Innocent, but that shouldn't come as a shock since there's not even a season 2 release date yet.

What we do know is that the popular Apple TV+ drama is shaping up to become an anthology series, which does create a much wider scope for any future seasons and their subsequent plots.

As always, I imagine it'll depend on the success of season 2 before a decision is made around more. But, since season 2 was renewed two weeks before season 1 concluded, there's every hope that there'll be more to come.

For more Apple TV+ coverage, read our guides on Severance season 3, Ted Lasso season 4, Silo season 3, and Slow Horses season 5.