The crime drama series "Average Joe" is set to return for a second season on Paramount Plus on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The show, starring comedian and actor Deon Cole as plumber Joe Washington, has been hailed by fans as "excellent" and a "gem" on IMDb.
The first season, which premiered three years ago, introduced viewers to Joe Washington, a plumber whose life spirals into chaos after discovering his deceased father had stolen $10 million from the Russian mafia. The season followed his struggle for survival as he navigated the dangerous underworld.
Season 2 Details
Season two of "Average Joe" will consist of eight episodes, with the first two episodes available on August 19, followed by weekly releases. The official synopsis teases: "After the explosive events of season one, Joe Washington is trying to move forward when a mysterious threat targeting his family sends him and the gang to Cape Town, South Africa."
According to Paramount Plus, the season promises "a dangerous adventure involving international criminals, powerful enemies and long-buried secrets." The cast includes returning stars Malcolm Barrett, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams, and Michael Trucco, along with new additions Katlego Lebogang as Imani and Hakeem Kae-Kazim as a Cape Town crime boss.
Fan Reactions
Fans have taken to IMDb to express their enthusiasm. One viewer wrote: "This show is one for the books... A cranky, crime dramedy that ranks up there with shows like Fargo and Breaking Bad." Another exclaimed: "Absolutely love it... Lord this show was so freaking good, a must watch and my favourite show." Others described it as "amazing" and a "gem", with one fan noting: "I sat here and binge watched it in one day. My suggestion is to give it a try. I think you will love it!"
Season two of "Average Joe" premieres on Paramount Plus on August 19, 2026.
