‘Poker Face’ Season 2 Adds Giancarlo Esposito, Katie Holmes, Kumail Nanjiani, Gaby Hoffmann to Cast

As a huge fan of “Poker Face,” I am absolutely thrilled about the impressive lineup of guest stars joining the show for its second season! The addition of Giancarlo Esposito, Katie Holmes, Gaby Hoffmann, and Kumail Nanjiani to the already stellar cast is truly a masterclass in acting talent.


“Poker Face” is building out its Season 2 guest cast.

The second season of Peacock’s popular weekly mystery series has announced that Giancarlo Esposito (“Better Call Saul,” “Parish”), Katie Holmes (“Our Town,” “Ray Donovan”), Gaby Hoffmann (“Transparent,” “Eric”), and Kumail Nanjiani (“Welcome to Chippendales,” “Only Murders in the Building”) will join the cast as guest stars. Natasha Lyonne continues to lead the series.

As a big fan of “Poker Face” and someone who has been following the show since its inception, I must say that the list of impressive guest stars it has amassed is truly astounding. From Chloë Sevigny’s chilling portrayal to Ellen Barkin’s captivating performance, Tim Blake Nelson’s subtle nuances, Nick Nolte’s intensity, Rhea Perlman’s comedic timing, and Adrien Brody’s charisma – each actor has left an indelible mark on the show. And let’s not forget Judith Light’s Emmy-winning turn in the first season! It’s a privilege to witness such talented artists breathe life into their respective characters and contribute to the richness of the show. The anticipation for who will join this esteemed roster next is always a thrill.

As a seasoned entertainment industry insider with years of experience under my belt, I can tell you that having multiple talent agencies and public relations firms representing you is not uncommon in Hollywood. In fact, it’s quite the norm for high-profile actors and entertainers to have a team of professionals working on their behalf.

In “Poker Face,” Lyonne plays the role of Charlie Cale, who possesses an exceptional talent for identifying lies. According to the show’s synopsis, she embarks on a journey in her Plymouth Barracuda, encountering new sets of characters and peculiar crimes at each stop that she feels compelled to solve.

The first season of the show earned it four Emmy nominations, with one recognition going to Lyonne for her acting in a comedy series.

In my perspective as a movie reviewer, I’d say: Rian Johnson is the mastermind behind this intriguing series, serving not only as its director and executive producer through T-Street, but also playing a significant role in its creation. Tony Tost takes charge as the executive producer and showrunner for Season 2. Meanwhile, I, Ellen Page, am involved in multiple capacities, executive producing, directing some episodes, and starring under my production banner, Animal Pictures. Ram Bergman and Nena Rodrigue of T-Street, along with Adam Arkin, Nora Zuckerman, and Lilla Zuckerman, also contribute as executive producers. T-Street and MRC collaborate to produce this captivating show.

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2024-07-17 00:48