Apple TV+'s 'Presumed Innocent' Season 2 Takes Anthology Turn
The new season will feature a fresh storyline and female lead, inspired by an upcoming novel set for release in 2026.
- Season 2 of 'Presumed Innocent' will shift to an anthology format, focusing on a new narrative unrelated to the original Scott Turow novel.
- The upcoming season will be based on 'Dissection of a Murder,' a legal thriller by debut author Jo Murray, scheduled for 2026 publication.
- Leila Reynolds, a rookie defense attorney, will be the central character, navigating a complex murder case involving her prosecutor husband.
- Jake Gyllenhaal, who led Season 1, will remain involved as an executive producer, though he will not appear on screen.
- The production team, including David E. Kelley and J. J. Abrams, aims to maintain the show's focus on legal intrigue and personal drama.