The final verdict is in, and fans of the drama have won their case. Hulu has officially ordered All’s Fair Season 2, confirming the renewal weeks before the first season’s finale aired. The decision comes after the show, despite facing severe criticism from professional reviewers, delivered record-breaking viewership for the streaming platform.
The legal drama, created by Ryan Murphy, premiered on November 4, 2025. It follows a team of high-powered female divorce lawyers who leave a male-dominated firm to start their own practice. The ensemble cast features Kim Kardashian as Allura Grant, alongside Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, and screen legend Glenn Close.
Season 2 Renewal and Viewership Success
Hulu announced the renewal for All’s Fair Season 2 on November 24, 2025. This early vote of confidence, coming before the Season 1 finale, was driven overwhelmingly by strong audience numbers.
The show became Hulu’s biggest scripted series premiere in three years. In its first three days of release, it amassed 3.2 million views worldwide. This performance placed it at number one on Hulu’s internal viewership charts. According to data from Luminate, the show consistently ranked in the Top 15 most-streamed TV series in the U.S. for several weeks following its debut.
The renewal highlights a significant disconnect between critical reception and audience popularity. The series holds an extremely low 3% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes based on dozens of reviews. However, it maintains a much higher 65% audience score on the same site, indicating a warm reception from viewers.
When Will All’s Fair Season 2 Be Released?
While fans are eager for new episodes, they will have to wait. Production for the second season is scheduled to begin in spring 2026. A specific premiere date has not been announced, but this production timeline suggests new episodes likely will not arrive until late 2026 or possibly 2027.
This schedule gives the writing team, led by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, and Joe Baken, time to craft new storylines following the dramatic cliffhangers left at the end of Season 1.
How Season 1 Set Up Major Drama for Season 2
The two-part Season 1 finale, which aired on December 9, 2025, ended with several explosive storylines that will directly fuel the next season.
The finale episodes, titled “Oh, Jesus!” and “Interior Law Offices,” centered on Allura Grant considering a shocking business move: inviting her longtime rival, Carrington Lane (Sarah Paulson), to become a partner in the firm. This potential alliance divided the other lawyers.
Meanwhile, the personal lives of the attorneys unraveled. Liberty Ronson (Naomi Watts) called off her wedding to Reggie after discovering his serious debt problems. In the most dramatic twist, mentor Dina Standish (Glenn Close) was arrested for murder. The finale strongly suggested that Carrington Lane engineered Dina’s arrest as part of a complex revenge plot against Allura, following the end of Allura’s husband Chase’s affair with Carrington.
The season ended with Carrington positioned to join the firm while secretly plotting against it, Dina in legal jeopardy, and the group’s loyalties fractured.
Cast Reactions and Behind-the-Scenes Bonds
The cast has expressed unanimous excitement about returning for another season. Shortly after the renewal was announced, Glenn Close posted a celebratory message on Instagram.
“Batten down the hatches, we’re coming BACK,” Close wrote.
Sarah Paulson responded in the comments with, “YES QUEENS 🔥🔥”. Teyana Taylor shared her thoughts in an interview, saying, “[Being renewed] is dope because even through the odds we prevailed… I’m really excited to see what season 2 brings for all of us”.
Interviews reveal the cast formed a genuine sisterhood during production. Niecy Nash-Betts described an unusually close bond, noting that the group actively sought to spend time together even after work hours.
“Normally, when you leave your coworker on a Friday, you’re like, ‘Thank God, don’t got to see these people again until Monday.’ But we were like, ‘What are you doing this weekend? What weekend can we all get together?’” Nash-Betts said.
For Kim Kardashian, filming coincided with her real-life studies for the California bar exam. She revealed her co-stars helped her prepare between scenes.
“I was studying and doing [All’s Fair] at the same time, so I had my flashcards…They would have my flashcards, and they would be helping me. It was really cute,” Kardashian shared.
She also acknowledged learning from her veteran co-stars, stating, “I am standing next to people who have done this a very long time and who I admire and respect and are the best at what they do”.
What to Expect in All’s Fair Season 2
While specific plot details are under wraps, the Season 1 finale provides clear direction. The central conflict will revolve around Carrington Lane’s secret agenda and her infiltration of the firm. The battle for the firm’s future and soul seems inevitable.
The legal drama surrounding Dina Standish’s murder arrest will be a major storyline, likely involving high-stakes courtroom battles. The personal relationships of the main characters, including Allura’s complicated reconciliation with her husband Chase and Liberty’s post-engagement life, will continue to develop.
Viewers can expect a new roster of dramatic, high-profile divorce cases for the firm to tackle, along with continued exploration of the show’s core themes of female empowerment, loyalty, and community. Teyana Taylor highlighted this theme, explaining her character’s journey shows “community and shows we won’t let men come between that community”.
The full main cast is expected to return, including Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulson, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, and Glenn Close. Guest stars from Season 1, such as Judith Light, Ed O’Neill, and Jessica Simpson, may also reprise their roles.
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