Poker Face S2 | May 9, 2025 | JioHotstar

Introduction

Get ready for another wild ride with Charlie Cale when Poker Face Season 2 premieres on May 9, 2025, exclusively on JioHotstar. Reteaming with creator Rian Johnson, this season finds our quick-witted casino employee-turned-sleuth back behind the wheel of her beloved Plymouth Barracuda, following cryptic crimes and uncanny suspects across America’s backroads.

Season Overview

After outsmarting powerful adversaries in Season 1, Charlie hits the highway once more, unraveling bizarre mysteries in dusty towns, roadside diners, and neon-lit motels. Each episode opens with a fresh whodunit: from stolen antiques to phantom sightings, Charlie’s unique “tell”-spotting powers turn chance encounters into thrilling investigations.

Returning & New Cast

• Natasha Lyonne returns as Charlie Cale, blending sharp humor with a compassionate heart.
  
• Supporting Players: Jack Delroy (serious bar owner), Detective Lopez (persistent local cop), and Casey Fitz (Charlie’s tech-savvy friend).
  
• Guest Stars: This season boasts an all-star lineup including
  
  • Katie Holmes as a charming con artist
    
  • Kumail Nanjiani in a dual role as twin brothers
    
  • Adrienne C. Moore portraying a small-town mayor
    
  • Giancarlo Esposito as a legendary crime boss
    
  • Geraldine Viswanathan as an ambitious podcast host
    
  • Justin Theroux embodying a retired magician
    
  • Gaby Hoffmann in a chilling femme fatale turn
    

What to Expect

1. Standalone Episodic Mysteries: Each of the eight episodes dives into a self-contained case, perfect for both binge-watchers and casual viewers.
   
2. Charlie’s Instincts: Watch Natasha Lyonne’s magnetic performance as Charlie deciphers micro-expressions and poker tells to expose hidden truths.
   
3. Cinematic Road Trips: Visually stunning Americana backdrops—from sun-bleached deserts to foggy coastal highways—serve as the canvas for each investigation.
   
4. Witty Dialogue & Dark Humor: Season 2 maintains the sharp, tongue-in-cheek banter that made the original a cult favorite.
   
5. Surprise Twists: True to Rian Johnson’s style, expect clever misdirection, sudden reversals, and emotional payoffs that deepen Charlie’s character arc.
   

Behind the Scenes

Filmed across diverse U.S. locations, the production team collaborated closely with local artists to capture authentic small-town vibes. Showrunner Rian Johnson and lead Natasha Lyonne return as executive producers, ensuring the series balances inventive storytelling with grounded characters.