Netflix’s romantic western drama Ransom Canyon captured hearts when it premiered in April 2025, delivering Texas Hill Country romance, family drama, and enough cowboy charm to keep viewers hooked. Starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly, the show quickly became a streaming success. Now, with Season 2 officially filming and production wrapped, fans have one burning question: when can we return to Ransom Canyon?
TL;DR
Ransom Canyon Season 2 wrapped filming January 2026 but likely won't premiere until late 2026 or early 2027. Expect a six-month time jump, Quinn's return from New York, and Steve Howey joining as Staten's half-brother.
Season 1 Premiered April 17, 2025
Ransom Canyon Season 1 debuted on Netflix on April 17, 2025, introducing audiences to Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel), a stoic Texas rancher dealing with personal grief, and Quinn Grady (Minka Kelly), a former concert pianist returning home to save her family’s ranch. The 10-episode first season blended romantic tension with family secrets, betrayal, and stunning landscapes—all filmed in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The show spent weeks in Netflix’s Global Top 10, reaching 77 million viewing hours and proving audiences still crave sweeping romantic dramas. Showrunner Ashley Blair described the series as encompassing “desire, betrayal, heartache, and the concept of home.”
Season 2 Officially Renewed
On June 24, 2025—just two months after the Season 1 premiere—Netflix officially renewed Ransom Canyon for Season 2. Ashley Blair expressed her excitement: “I couldn’t be happier that Netflix is ready to get back in the saddle for Ransom Canyon! Our dreamy little corner of Texas Hill Country is full of stories still untold, and we can’t wait to bring them to our incredible fans.”
The early renewal wasn’t surprising. Blair revealed the writers’ room had already begun working on Season 2 scripts even before the official pickup, demonstrating confidence in the show’s prospects.
Production Wrapped January 2026
Production for Ransom Canyon Season 2 officially began in late September 2025, returning to Netflix Studios in Albuquerque, New Mexico. According to multiple reports, filming wrapped on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
This production timeline gives us important clues about when Season 2 might arrive. Season 1 began filming in early 2024 and premiered in April 2025—roughly a 12-15 month cycle from cameras rolling to streaming release. If Season 2 follows a similar post-production schedule, that would place its premiere somewhere in late 2026 or early 2027.
The Release Date Complication
Here’s where things get tricky. Despite production wrapping in January 2026, Ransom Canyon Season 2 was notably absent from Netflix’s official 2026 lineup announcement released in mid-January. Shows like The Lincoln Lawyer Season 4, Virgin River Season 7, and Sweet Magnolias Season 5 were all included—but Ransom Canyon was nowhere to be found.
This omission led to widespread speculation that Season 2 wouldn’t premiere until 2027, disappointing fans who hoped for a late 2026 return. However, there’s reason for cautious optimism. Netflix specifically noted its 2026 lineup was “not comprehensive,” meaning additional shows launching in 2026 would be announced later. This leaves the door open for Ransom Canyon Season 2 to still appear in late 2026, potentially in the November-December window.
Most Likely Scenario: Based on production timelines and Netflix’s scheduling patterns, expect Ransom Canyon Season 2 to premiere in late 2026 (November/December) or early 2027 (January-March).
What to Expect in Season 2
Showrunner Ashley Blair has revealed Season 2 will feature a time jump and Quinn’s return to Ransom Canyon after her stint in New York.
“The beauty of Ransom Canyon is Ransom Canyon,” Blair explained. “If we started in New York, I’m not sure it would be the same show. So I think we’re going to pick up when Quinn returns home after her stint in New York, and that will give us time to see what has changed.”
Season 2 will likely feature at least a six-month time jump, exploring the consequences of Season 1’s dramatic finale—particularly the punch Staten throws at Davis and the plotting between Davis and Staten’s father, the senator.
Steve Howey (Shameless) has been confirmed as joining Season 2, playing Levi, Staten’s half-brother, adding new family dynamics to the Kirkland ranch drama.
Why the Wait?
Several factors could explain the delay between filming completion and release:
Post-Production: Even contemporary dramas require months of editing, sound mixing, color correction, and scoring. With 10 episodes to complete, post-production likely extends through spring/summer 2026.
Strategic Scheduling: Netflix may be spacing out its romantic drama releases to avoid competition. With Virgin River and Sweet Magnolias already scheduled for 2026, the streamer might be strategically positioning Ransom Canyon to maximize viewership.
Holiday Programming: Netflix often saves romantic series for late-year releases when viewers want feel-good content. A November or December 2026 premiere would position Ransom Canyon Season 2 perfectly for holiday viewing.
The Bottom Line
Ransom Canyon Season 2 has wrapped filming and is moving through post-production, with a release date most likely falling in late 2026 or early 2027. While the show’s absence from Netflix’s initial 2026 lineup disappointed fans, the possibility remains for a late-year premiere announcement.
Netflix will likely reveal the official release date sometime in spring or summer 2026, potentially alongside a first trailer. Until then, the Texas Hill Country awaits—complete with family drama, romantic tension, and all the complicated relationships that made Season 1 such a satisfying escape.