Ransom Canyon Season 2 Adds Patricia Clarkson As Minka Kelly's Mother

Netflix is lassoing a second season of Ransom Canyon, with production now underway in Albuquerque, N.M. But what can fans of the romantic rodeo drama expect from its return to the streamer?

Let's start with the latest news: three-time Emmy Award winner Patricia Clarkson (Six Feet Under, State of the Union) has been cast as Claire O'Grady, mother of Minka Kelly's Quinn.

In less happy news, two major characters are also leaving ahead of Season 2, a move that will dramatically shift the power dynamics of the show's titular locale, not to mention throw a serious wrench in several love triangles that are currently unfolding.

We also have several new additions to the cast, including one we're pretty sure is going to be the estranged wife of a certain hunky ranch hand. The character was previously introduced in the Season 1 finale, played from behind by Erica Dasher (Jane by Design), but won't actually be appear on screen until Season 2.

"We're thrilled to be back and can't wait to turn up the steam, the drama... and the romance that Ransom Canyon fans have grown to love," said in a statement when Season 2 officially resumed production. A trailer has not yet been released.

Read on for a complete breakdown of everything we know about Ransom Canyon Season 2, including who we'll be seeing more of (and less of) on screen, then drop a comment with your thoughts. Are you excited for the show's return? And how do you feel about all those casting changes?

Despite hatching a major scheme against Staten in the Season 1 finale of Ransom Canyon, Davis won't be following through with those threats against his ranching rival in Season 2; Macken isn't returning to the show as a series regular, though it's possible that he could come back in a guest-starring capacity somewhere down the line.

Like father, like son — Liner, who plays Davis' bad-boy offspring Reid, has also exited the series ahead of Season 2. If nothing else, this is sure to simplify his love triangle with Lucas and Lauren.

For what it's worth, here's what the show had planned for Reid prior to Liner's departure: "Reid evolves into someone who's conflicted about life," Blair told TVLine back in April. "He knows the sacrifices his dad made to save their ranch, but he also doesn't agree with all of his dad's moves. His dad moves a little wild sometimes. He has a loyalty to his father and a loyalty to his friendship with Lucas, and how he navigates those in Season 2 is fun — and a little heart-wrenching."

Lucas' romantic rival may not be returning for Season 2, but his troublemaking brother is another story. Casey W. Johnson, who plays ne'er do well Kit has been promoted to a series regular, meaning we'll be seeing a lot more of him moving forward.

Speaking of Lucas' family, actor Garrett Wareing tells TVLine that he "would love to see a mysterious character from his past come back into play." Specifically, he'd like to meet Lucas and Kit's father, someone about whom we still know very little. "I would love to see how that could shake things up in Ransom Canyon if he returns," Wareing said.

And what would a new season be without a few new faces? Heidi Engerman (Chicago Fire) and Ben Robson (Animal Kingdom) have both been cast in recurring roles for Season 2. Specific details about their characters are not yet known, so... speculate away! Our money is on Engerman playing Yancy's estranged wife, but Robson is a total mystery.

Now that we know who's not returning, as well as which new characters to expect on our screens, let's break down the familiar faces two-stepping back to the show for Season 2. Barring any future reveals, fans can expect to see more of Josh Duhamel as Staten, Minka Kelly as Quinn, Philip Winchester as Sheriff Brigman, Lizzy Greene as Lauren, Garrett Wareing as Lucas, Marianly Tejada as Ellie, Jack Schumacher as Yancy and Casey W. Johnson as Kit.

With production currently underway in New Mexico, Ransom Canyon likely won't return to Netflix for Season 2 until sometime in 2026.

Quinn may be off to the Big Apple to play piano with the New York Philharmonic, but don't worry, the queen of Ransom Canyon won't be away from her kingdom for too long.

"The beauty of Ransom Canyon is Ransom Canyon," Blair tells TVLine. "If we started in New York, I'm not sure it would be the same show. So I think we're going to pick up when Quinn returns home after her stint in New York, and that will give us time to see what has changed. Quinn's return is our reentry into Ransom Canyon. We'll see and experience it with her."