Paramount Plus has confirmed that the second season of the crime drama "Average Joe" will premiere on Wednesday, August 19. The series, which has drawn comparisons to "Breaking Bad" and "Fargo," follows plumber Joe Washington, played by Deon Cole, whose life unravels after discovering his late father stole $10 million from the Russian mafia.
Season Two Plot and Setting
The official teaser for the upcoming season reveals that Joe Washington is trying to move forward after the explosive events of season one. However, a mysterious threat targeting his family sends him and his crew to Cape Town, South Africa. The streamer teases: "New country. New enemies. Same Joe."
The description continues: "What begins as a search for answers quickly spirals into a dangerous adventure involving international criminals, powerful enemies and long-buried secrets. As Joe, Leon, Cathy and Touch find themselves hunted across the city, they'll dodge assassins, outrun bounty hunters and attempt to survive a series of increasingly impossible situations that only seem to get more chaotic by the day. Because for Joe Washington, nothing is ever average."
Cast and New Additions
Deon Cole returns as Joe Washington, joined by Malcolm Barrett, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams, and Michael Trucco. New cast members include Katlego Lebogang as Imani, a character with a connection to Joe's family, and Hakeem Kae-Kazim as Sipho, a powerful Cape Town crime boss.
The eight-episode season will debut with the first two episodes on August 19, followed by weekly releases. New subscribers can access a seven-day free trial of Paramount Plus, which also features shows like "Tulsa King" and "Dexter: Resurrection."
Fan and Critic Reception
Fans have taken to IMDb to praise the series. 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!"
The series, created by Robb Cullen, blends crime, comedy, and drama, drawing comparisons to acclaimed shows for its tone and storytelling.
