- Running Point Season 2 started filming in August 2025
- The release is expected in mid to late 2026
- Main cast returns with several new guest stars
- The season will explore Isla’s challenges and a tense love triangle
Netflix’s hit sports comedy Running Point is officially returning. Season 2 began production in August, and fans are eager to see what happens next for Isla Gordon and the LA Waves. The show, which debuted in early 2025, won over viewers with its mix of sharp humor, personal drama, and fast-paced basketball storylines.
The renewal was announced just a week after the first season’s release. Kate Hudson, who plays Isla, shared the news with fans on social media, saying, “A good basketball team owner knows when to listen to fans. So we hear you. And so did Netflix.”
When to Expect Running Point Season 2
Netflix has not yet confirmed a release date for Running Point Season 2. Filming started in August 2025, with Kate Hudson revealing the update through a behind-the-scenes selfie on Instagram on August 15.
If the production schedule follows the same pattern as the first season, viewers might have to wait until mid or late 2026. Season 1 began filming in February 2024 and premiered a year later. The timeline suggests a similar gap before fans get to see the new episodes.
A trailer for season 2 is not expected for quite some time. The first season’s trailer arrived about a month before its premiere, which means fans will likely have to wait until production wraps up to get their first look.
Familiar Faces and Exciting New Characters
The core cast of Running Point Season 2 is set to return. Kate Hudson will reprise her role as Isla Gordon, the reluctant basketball team owner trying to prove herself in a competitive world.
Other returning stars include Brenda Song as Ali Lee, Justin Theroux as Cam Gordon, Scott MacArthur as Ness Gordon, Drew Tarver as Sandy Gordon, and Max Greenfield as Lev Levenson. Jay Ellis will be back as Jay Brown, the team’s charismatic coach whose chemistry with Isla created one of the show’s most talked-about storylines.
Season 2 will also welcome a host of new recurring guest stars. Robert Townsend joins as Norm Stinson, a tough but often grouchy veteran coach. Ken Marino plays Al Fleischman, a wealthy and demanding fan who wants better courtside seats.
Tommy Dewey will appear as Magnus, the general manager of the rival Toronto Trappers. Richa Moorjani takes on the role of Aruna, the Waves’ sharp-witted accountant who knows how to navigate tricky financial challenges.
Jake Picking plays the team’s new star point guard, Tommy White, while Blake Anderson appears as Leroy, Cam’s unpredictable but sober friend. Other newcomers include Duby Maduegbunam as rookie player Benson and Aliyah Turner as Zoé Debay, a former child star aiming for a Hollywood comeback.
Drama On and Off the Court
The first season of Running Point followed Isla as she stepped into her new role as president of the LA Waves, a job made harder by her meddling brothers and outspoken players. Season 2 will continue exploring Isla’s struggle to prove herself in a male-dominated business while juggling the chaos of managing a professional basketball team.
The season one finale ended with a nail-biting playoff loss for the Waves and a shocking kiss between Isla and Jay. This cliffhanger sets up significant tension for the next season, especially with Isla’s fiancé Lev still in the picture.
Show co-creator Ike Barinholtz hinted that the love triangle will be a central storyline in season 2, describing it as “hot.” Mindy Kaling, another co-creator, teased that Lev will not be an easy rival, calling him “a handsome doctor who loves her.”
The team’s loss in the playoffs was an intentional setup for the next season. According to Kaling, having Isla face setbacks makes her journey more compelling as she tries to lead the Waves to success.
Hopes for More Seasons Ahead
Netflix has not announced whether Running Point will continue beyond season 2. However, the creative team has plenty of ideas for future episodes. Showrunner David Stassen told The Hollywood Reporter that they could see themselves creating many more seasons, saying, “We could do 10 to 20 episodes a year.”
Mindy Kaling also expressed her love for working on the show and its ensemble cast, saying it has been one of the most fun projects of her career. Fans will be hoping that the story of Isla, the Waves, and their off-court drama continues well beyond the upcoming season.
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