Viewers are heading into the Season 1 finale of Marshals already knowing that a second season is on the way. This Yellowstone spinoff has quickly become one of the biggest new broadcast TV shows of the year, claiming the title of the most-watched show in 2026, only behind Stranger Things, according to Nielsen viewership data. With such high anticipation for the finale, we took the opportunity to catch up with the cast of Marshals at CBS Fest on April 15 to get a preview of what fans can expect from the dramatic conclusion of Season 1. According to the cast, the season will end on a “really intense cliffhanger,” which has only added to the growing buzz surrounding the show.

As previously announced, the Marshals Season 1 finale will feature an assassination attempt on Thomas Rainwater, the chairman of Broken Rock. The episode, titled “Wolves at the Door,” will air on Sunday, May 24. The logline for the episode reads, “After an assassination attempt against Broken Rock chairman Rainwater, Kayce protects him while the Marshals race to discover who’s targeting him. When a militia attacks, Kayce realizes the conspiracy is larger than anyone imagined.” This sets the stage for a thrilling, high-stakes finale that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.

Luke Grimes, who plays Kayce Dutton, teased that there is a good chance that more Yellowstone stars will make an appearance in Marshals, though he was careful not to reveal any specifics about when or who might show up. His cryptic statement has only fueled speculation among fans about potential crossovers between the two shows.

In addition to Grimes, Marshals cast members Ash Santos and Logan Marshall-Green shared some insights about the upcoming finale. Santos, who portrays Andrea, one of the original Marshals on Cal’s (Marshall-Green) team, described the finale as “beautifully written” and hinted at the intense cliffhanger that will leave viewers wanting more. Andrea’s character, who has developed a close bond with her team throughout the season, has also shown signs of romantic interest in Kayce Dutton, particularly in Episode 7, where the two characters bond over the shared trauma of losing their fathers and their mutual craving for justice. Santos shared that Andrea’s journey throughout the season comes to a satisfying conclusion, with her character being “almost the complete opposite” of how she was introduced.

Marshall-Green, who plays Cal, revealed more about his character’s storyline in the show. In Episode 4, it is revealed that Cal has an estranged daughter named Maddie (Morgan Lindholm), who works as a bartender at the team’s favorite bar. Cal has been attempting to reconnect with Maddie, though their relationship remains strained. In Episode 7, Maddie even goes on a date with Miles, one of Cal’s colleagues, while Cal shares a kiss with Belle (Arielle Kebbel). Marshall-Green hinted that there is more to discover about Cal’s character in the coming episodes, teasing that “there’s another big secret that Cal has to digest,” although he refrained from revealing any details. It’s clear that Cal’s storyline is far from over, and viewers can expect further developments in Season 2.

Santos and Marshall-Green both expressed their hopes for Marshals Season 2, with both actors jokingly agreeing that their main wish was simply “that we survive.” Santos added, “Just don’t kill me off,” echoing the sentiments of many fans who are eager to see more of these characters in the next season. Fortunately for fans of the show, Marshals has already been picked up for a second season, which will premiere in the fall of 2026, a change from its original midseason debut in Season 1. This quick renewal has been a source of relief for the cast, who have been excited about the show’s unexpected success.

Santos couldn’t hide her excitement when reflecting on the rapid rise of the show, admitting, “So good, I’ve gotta tell you.” She acknowledged the anxiety that comes with waiting to see if a show will be renewed, especially when it’s still in its first season. “It’s nerve-wracking when you get a show, and you hope that it’ll get renewed. You hope that it will resonate with its audience, and when that happens, the way that it was, I think it’s very unexpected in a beautiful way,” she said. The cast’s gratitude for the show’s success was evident, and they all seemed thrilled to have the opportunity to continue telling their characters’ stories.

Marshall-Green also shared his thoughts on the importance of getting more time to explore the characters in Marshals. He explained, “So much of TV is trying to get as many chances as you can to tell a long-form story, and these characters are so nuanced [thanks to] Spencer [Hudnut], the showrunner and writer, that we need as much time as we can get to really get to understand the nuances of the relationships.” With Season 2 on the horizon, the cast is eager to continue delving into the complexities of their characters and their relationships with one another.

As Marshals Season 2 gets ready to premiere in the fall, the anticipation is already building for what’s to come. Fans of the show will have to wait until May 24 to see how Season 1 concludes, but with a thrilling cliffhanger promised and the continuation of character-driven storytelling in the works, it’s clear that Marshals has a bright future ahead.