Rachel Brosnahan, best known for her Emmy-winning turn in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, is returning to television in a major way. This time, she’s not just starring—she’s also stepping into the role of executive producer for Season 2 of “Presumed Innocent“. The legal thriller is back on Apple TV+ with a fresh format and a powerful new story.
“Presumed Innocent” Season 2 Details
Season 1, based on Scott Turow’s bestselling novel, followed a prosecutor whose life unraveled after being accused of murder. For its second outing, the show is shifting to an anthology format, allowing each season to explore new cases, characters, and moral dilemmas—while maintaining its focus on justice, ethics, and the complexity of the human condition.
Brosnahan plays Leila Reynolds, a young attorney thrust into the spotlight when she’s assigned to defend a man accused of murdering a widely respected judge. It’s a high-stakes case that tests her both professionally and personally, forcing her to confront her own insecurities as she fights for justice in a system stacked with pressure and doubt.
The season draws inspiration from “Dissection of a Murder”, an upcoming novel by Jo Murray, set to be published by Pan Macmillan in July 2026. While the show’s plot is largely under wraps, the book follows a similar premise: a rookie lawyer at the center of a sensational murder trial that challenges her sense of right and wrong.
Behind the scenes, the series is in expert hands. Legal drama veteran David E. Kelley returns as showrunner, joined by J.J. Abrams as executive producer through his company, Bad Robot. They’re backed by Erica Lipez (“The Morning Show”), Matthew Tinker, and Jake Gyllenhaal—who starred in Season 1 and continues as an executive producer.
Rachel Brosnahan: Post Maisel Career
Following her critically acclaimed run as Midge Maisel, Brosnahan’s pivot to dramatic material adds a compelling new chapter to her career. Her performance in “Presumed Innocent” comes ahead of another high-profile role: Lois Lane in James Gunn’s upcoming “Superman” film, underscoring her versatility and growing influence in the industry.
As Apple TV+ continues expanding its original slate, “Presumed Innocent” stands out as a bold, character-driven legal drama. With a top-tier creative team, timely themes, and a compelling lead, Season 2 is poised to deliver the kind of storytelling that resonates deeply with viewers.
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