The thriller Memory of a Killer, starring Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli, has secured a second season at FOX.
Produced by Warner Bros. Television, the second season will feature in FOX’s 2026-27 season. The debut season scored 16.2 million viewers across platforms and encores after the premiere ranked as broadcast TV’s highest-rated drama telecast this season. It’s also FOX’s most-streamed series to date.
“Memory of a Killer has become a true standout with visceral performances from Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli,” said Michael Thorn, president of FOX Television Network. “Aaron Zelman, Glenn Kessler, and our partners at Warner Bros. Television have delivered a sharp, emotional character-driven thriller that’s clearly landed with viewers, and we’re excited to continue that success together in season two.”
“We’re thrilled FOX has renewed Memory of a Killer for a second season, a richly deserved renewal given the show’s great critical, creative, and commercial success,” said Channing Dungey, chairman and CEO at Warner Bros. Television Group and WBD US Networks. “The performances of Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli have been powerful and compelling, and we can’t wait to see what the show’s brilliant creative team has in store for Angelo’s next chapter.”
Executive producers include showrunners Aaron Zelman and Glenn Kessler.
