Patrick Dempsey returns as a killer with a double life. Fox renews 'Memory of a Killer' for Season 2. New episodes coming soon.
- April 7, 2026
AceShowbiz - Fox has confirmed the renewal of Memory of a Killer for a second season, according to TVLine, with Deadline originally reporting the update. The crime drama, starring Patrick Dempsey, will continue under the leadership of co-showrunners Aaron Zelman and Glenn Kessler.
Fox Entertainment president Michael Thorn praised the series, highlighting the "visceral performances" delivered by Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli. Thorn emphasized the creative collaboration with Warner Bros. Television and the show's success in captivating audiences with its intense, character-driven storytelling. The network looks forward to furthering this momentum in the upcoming season.
The series, which debuted at midseason on Fox, follows Patrick Dempsey’s character Angelo Flannery, a seemingly ordinary family man and photocopier salesman leading a double life as a contract killer in New York City. As the tension between Angelo’s two worlds escalates, he also begins to experience early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that has affected his family, particularly his brother.
The ensemble cast includes Michael Imperioli, Gina Torres, Richard Harmon, Michaela McManus, Peter Gadiot, Richard Clarkin, and Odeya Rush. Fans can catch the Season 1 finale airing Monday at 9 p.m. on Fox.
TVLine has updated its Renewal Scorecard to reflect the continuation of Memory of a Killer. Viewers and fans are invited to share their reactions to the show's renewal.