Fox has officially renewed its freshman drama series, Memory of a Killer, for a second season. This announcement follows the conclusion of Season 1 on April 6. The show features notable performances from actors Patrick Dempsey and Michael Imperioli.
Overview of Memory of a Killer
Inspired by a book and the 2003 Belgian film De Zaak Alzheimer, Memory of a Killer follows the story of Angelo Flannery, played by Patrick Dempsey. Angelo leads a perilous double life while grappling with memory loss. After the suspicious death of his wife, he faces threats to his pregnant daughter, Maria.
Showrunners and Production
Season 2 will continue under the stewardship of showrunners Aaron Zelman and Glenn Kessler. They took over midway through the initial 10-episode season, replacing Ed Whitmore, Tracey Malone, and David Schulner.
Viewership Success
The show debuted strongly, attracting 16.2 million viewers during its premiere, which coincided with the NFC Championship Game in January. This made it the most streamed drama debut for Fox in six years.
- Premiere viewership: 16.2 million viewers
- Streaming audience: 1.9 million on launch week
- Current streaming stats: 1.4 million across 7-day viewing
Despite a decline in linear ratings, Memory of a Killer has maintained a strong performance on Hulu, regularly appearing in the platform’s Daily Top 10.
Executive Comments
Michael Thorn, President of Fox Television Network, expressed enthusiasm about the show’s renewal. He highlighted the compelling performances and the impactful storytelling that resonated with audiences.
Channing Dungey, Chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. Television Group, also praised the show’s excellence, reinforcing the significance of the performances by Dempsey and Imperioli.
Additional Cast Members and Producers
The series features a talented cast that includes Richard Harmon, Peter Gadiot, and Daniel David Stewart. Executive producers include Patrick Dempsey, Aaron Zelman, and Glenn Kessler, alongside Arthur Sarkissian and Martin Campbell.
The success of Memory of a Killer adds to Fox’s list of renewed series, including Best Medicine, Doc, and Animal Control, ensuring a robust lineup for the upcoming season.
