CBS has officially confirmed that Marshals will return for its second season on Sunday, October 4, 2026, giving fans of the hit drama a date to look forward to. The renewal came surprisingly fast, arriving only a few weeks after the series made its debut. The decision showed CBS’ confidence in the show’s strong early performance, with impressive audience numbers and growing interest in Luke Grimes’ continuation of the Yellowstone universe. However, while Season 2 promises more action and deeper storytelling, viewers should also expect one notable change when the series returns.

Luke Grimes will once again step into the role of Kayce Dutton, continuing the character’s journey after leaving behind the conflicts and challenges of the Yellowstone Ranch. In Marshals, Kayce has entered a completely different world as part of an elite U.S. Marshals unit, trading ranch life for dangerous missions, investigations, and new threats. Despite the change in environment, the character still carries the emotional struggles, family history, and personal responsibility that made him one of the most compelling figures from the original series.

The first season began with a more traditional case-of-the-week format, focusing on individual missions and law enforcement challenges. As the story progressed, however, the series explored much more of Kayce’s personal transformation. The show examined his grief, his search for a new identity, and the difficult question of who he is when protecting his family’s land is no longer the center of his existence. Season 2 is expected to continue developing these emotional storylines while expanding the dangers surrounding his work as a U.S. Marshal.

Production for the second season has already moved forward, with filming beginning in Park City, Utah, in June 2026. The location has once again provided the backdrop for the series’ mix of dramatic landscapes, intense action sequences, and character-driven storytelling. Fans have also been eager for updates from the set, especially after reports that Luke Grimes was seen in the area during production. The early progress suggests that CBS is moving quickly to deliver the next chapter of Kayce Dutton’s story.

Although the return date has been confirmed, Season 2 will not begin in exactly the same time slot as the first season. The premiere episode on October 4 will air at 8:30 p.m. ET instead of the usual 8 p.m. schedule. This adjustment is connected to CBS’ Sunday night programming lineup, which will start with an NFL doubleheader before moving into 60 Minutes at 7:30 p.m. ET. After those programs conclude, Marshals will take over the 8:30 p.m. position.

The schedule change is only expected to affect the premiere night. After the October 4 launch, the series will return to its regular Sunday evening schedule beginning October 11, airing at 8 p.m. ET. The following episode will also maintain the familiar lineup, with Tracker continuing afterward at 9 p.m. ET. West Coast viewers will still be able to watch the premiere at its usual 8 p.m. PT time, meaning the adjustment mainly affects the Eastern time zone broadcast.

Along with its television return, new episodes of Marshals Season 2 will also be available for streaming on Paramount+. This gives fans another way to follow Kayce Dutton’s latest challenges as he balances the demands of his dangerous career with unresolved personal conflicts. The streaming option is expected to help the series reach an even wider audience as interest in the Yellowstone franchise continues.

With its quick renewal, strong first-season response, and continued focus on one of the franchise’s most popular characters, Marshals enters Season 2 with high expectations. The slight premiere-night scheduling change is unlikely to impact the excitement surrounding the return of Kayce Dutton and his new team. As the series prepares for another round of intense missions, emotional battles, and complicated choices, fans can now mark October 4, 2026, as the official beginning of the next chapter.