Hawkeye Season 2 – Will It Ever Happen?

In 2021, Disney+ debuted with a focus on Marvel content, featuring major original shows set within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Among these were “Loki,” “WandaVision,” and “Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” However, the only series centered around an original Avenger was “Hawkeye,” starring Jeremy Renner. In this series, Clint Barton resumes his superhero role as he gets embroiled in a mystery unfolding in New York City. This conspiracy forces him to settle an old score. While battling a notorious crime lord, Barton encounters Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld), who admires his archery skills and yearns to learn from him, aiming to become his apprentice.

Starting from 2021, series like “Loki”, “WandaVision”, and “Falcon and the Winter Soldier” have had new seasons or movie spin-offs, such as “Captain America: Brave New World” and “Thunderbolts”. However, there’s been no word on a sequel for “Hawkeye”. Lately, whispers from the rumor mill hint that a second season of “Hawkeye” might be planned. Yet, with no official announcements and the cast and crew staying tight-lipped, fans are left guessing if they’ll ever see a second season of “Hawkeye”.

Why hasn’t Season 2 of Hawkeye happened yet?

Back in 2021, “Hawkeye” kicked off with a bang, earning positive feedback and sparking plenty of chatter. What truly got fans pumped was the long-awaited comeback of Daredevil’s arch nemesis, Wilson Fisk, AKA the Kingpin (Vincent D’Onofrio). To top it off, we finally met two much-loved characters, Kate Bishop and Echo. However, here we are, almost four years later, and there’s still no sign of a second season for this series. So, what’s the deal?

To begin with, Marvel’s TV shows on Disney+ were not traditionally structured like prime-time series in 2021, as they weren’t necessarily designed for multiple seasons from the start. Shows such as “Loki” and “Wandavision,” for instance, might have been renewed for a second season or even given spin-offs, like “Agatha All Along.” However, series like “Moon Knight” remain uncertain (hint: it’s “Moon Knight”). A year later in 2022, the producer of “Hawkeye,” Rhys Thomas, admitted he was unaware of Marvel’s plans for the show.

Despite not receiving a Season 2 itself, the show paved the way for its spin-off series “Echo.” Additionally, Jeremy Renner’s tragic snow plow accident in 2023 resulted in his apparent death for several minutes, as confirmed by the actor in his 2025 memoir “My Final Breath.” This incident likely halted any potential plans for a sequel season, and it wasn’t until a year later that Renner returned to work again.

What has Jeremy Renner said about Season 2 of Hawkeye?

After the debut of “Hawkeye’s” first season, Jeremy Renner, who plays the lead role, has been unusually quiet regarding a possible comeback. Unlike other actors who enthusiastically share their eagerness to continue the narrative on successful TV series, Renner merely gave an ambiguous response when asked about his continued portrayal of Hawkeye at the end of 2021.

He informed GamesRadar that he isn’t clairvoyant or a fortune teller when asked about a potential sequel. He was tight-lipped and didn’t reveal anything. However, he did mention that the six episodes are quite thrilling. Unfortunately, due to his accident and lengthy recovery, we likely won’t hear much more from him on this topic until April 2025, and it wasn’t a promising update.

In a TikTok post (as reported by Business Insider), Jeremy Renner stated, “They asked me to do season two and gave me half the compensation.” He responded, “Well, it will require twice as much effort for only half the pay.” Remarkably, Renner also shared that he suspects Marvel reduced his payment due to his accident, which might have affected their faith in him. In essence, he rhetorically asked, “I’m sorry, why? Did you think I’m just half the Jeremy because I was hit by a car?” Could it be the reason for offering me only half of what I earned during the first season?

What has Hailee Steinfeld said about Season 2 of Hawkeye?

Although Jeremy Renner appeared less enthusiastic about reprising his role for a second season of “Hawkeye”, his co-star Hailee Steinfeld openly expressed her desire to return. During an interview with Backstage in 2025 while promoting her part in Ryan Coogler’s new movie “Sinners”, she mentioned, “I’m thrilled about the prospect of further developing a character like Kate, particularly within the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe.

You’re returning to your family and that cozy home, which now fits into this larger tapestry. I adore that character, and I completely grasp why she is cherished.” Unlike Renner, who has been a part of the MCU since his debut in “Thor,” Steinfeld is a prominent actor being brought on board to contribute to the MCU, hinting at future appearances.

In summary, although Hailee Steinfeld has appeared as Kate Bishop in a post-credits scene for “The Marvels,” there is no official confirmation yet about another appearance in a “Hawkeye” series on Disney+. However, given Steinfeld’s eagerness to return and Jeremy Renner’s departure, it seems probable that a potential second season of “Hawkeye” might center around her character.

Who will star in Season 2 of Hawkeye?

Despite no official announcement for Season 2, it’s natural to speculate on who might reappear should there be one. It’s likely that Jeremy Renner, given his central role in the series and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, won’t return unless Disney offers a substantial new deal. On the other hand, Hailee Steinfeld is expected to continue her role, as she has expressed interest and the show title “Hawkeye” would lose its meaning without someone bearing that name.

A more intriguing thought to consider is who else might reappear, considering that most of the main characters have moved on to other projects. For instance, Echo has her own spin-off, Wilson Fisk is engaged in a battle with Matt Murdock in “Daredevil: Born Again,” and even includes Tony Dalton’s sword-wielding vigilante. Florence Pugh was recently spotted in “Thunderbolts” and is now part of her own superhero team. Vera Farmiga could potentially come back as Kate’s mother Eleanor, but given that we last saw her in prison, it seems doubtful she would return permanently.

Due to the plot developments, it’s plausible that Season 2 of “Hawkeye” might incorporate a fresh group of sidekicks. Depending on how the narrative unfolds following “Daredevil: Born Again,” where Fisk declared vigilantes as enemies of the state, there’s a chance we could witness Kate Bishop collaborating with other heroes such as Daredevil in Season 2 of “Born Again.” If this happens, the storyline could introduce characters who might subsequently appear in Season 2 of “Hawkeye.

What could be explored in Season 2 of Hawkeye?

Previously discussed, characters from the show “Hawkeye” have moved forward with their stories in different platforms. For instance, Yelena Belova was seen in “Thunderbolts” on the big screen, while Echo and Wilson Fisk each got individual shows on the small screen. This leaves fewer obvious paths for Season 2 of “Hawkeye”, as most loose ends have been addressed elsewhere. Additionally, with Renner not expected to return, the potential stories for Season 2 are somewhat restricted. However, there are still a few intriguing possibilities that come to mind.

One potential storyline for the series could be influenced by the comics, featuring Clint Barton’s brother Barney. In the comics, Barney becomes a villain known as Trickshot, so it seems unlikely that he would replace Clint Barton unless Marvel decides to rework his character significantly. However, introducing Barney could align well with the theme of the series, especially if Hawkeye (played by Renner) is absent for some unexplained reason.

As a gamer, I’m super excited about the upcoming Season 2 of “Daredevil: Born Again.” With it setting a new normal for heroes in NYC, “Hawkeye” might need to take place somewhere else or weave the struggle for superhero liberty into its narrative. This will depend on how things play out in “Born Again.” On the other hand, if “Daredevil: Born Again” Season 2 releases later, there could be a scenario where Bishop becomes an official, government-backed superhero. I can hardly wait to see how it all unfolds!

Could Season 2 of Hawkeye form a new superhero team?

Ever since Kate Bishop made her debut in Season 1 of “Hawkeye,” fans have been intrigued about what Marvel planned for her character. As “Ms. Marvel,” “WandaVision,” and “Agatha All Along” premiered, even the media started to pick up on a subtle pattern suggesting that Marvel was covertly putting together the comic book team known as “The Young Avengers.

To begin with, the Young Avengers started off with Iron Patriot, Wiccan, Iron Lad, and Hulkling as members. Later additions to the group included Kate Bishop (Hawkeye), Speed (Wiccan’s brother), Kid Loki, and others. Over time, most of these characters have made their appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe through various TV shows and films, leading many fans to speculate that the team was forming soon. The post-credits scene from “The Marvels” indeed featured Kate Bishop inviting Kamala Khan (Ms. Marvel) into her own squad, reminiscent of Samuel Jackson’s end-credits cameo in the original “Iron Man.

Instead of resuming where “Hawkeye” Season 1 ended off, it seems Marvel might have an alternate plan for the show’s second season. Rather than focusing solely on Hawkeye, “Hawkeye” Season 2 could potentially introduce a superhero team – the Young Avengers – as Bishop assembles her squad throughout the series. This could mark the debut of Disney+’s first series centered around a superhero team.

Is the MCU ready for Season 2 of Hawkeye?

The timing for the release of Hawkeye Season 2 could significantly impact the storyline due to the plotlines presented in future Disney+ series such as “Echo” and “Daredevil: Born Again.” However, an official announcement about Season 2 has yet to be made. By the time it airs, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) may find itself deep in a multiversal conflict leading up to the 2027 film “Avengers: Secret Wars.” If production on Season 2 doesn’t start soon, it might not premiere until a whole new phase of the MCU has begun following those upcoming films.

If Season 2 indeed follows “Secret Wars,” any assumptions we make will be invalid, as the series is heavily speculated to reboot and significantly transform the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This is due to its heavy inspiration from the 2010 “Secret Wars” comics that drastically changed the comic’s continuity by merging various timelines. If this transpires on screen, multiple movie universes might be combined, leading us to an MCU unlike anything we’ve foreseen so far. It’s even plausible that a new actor may replace Jeremy Renner in his role.

You might want to remember: Kate’s story could carry on in “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.” It’s quite likely that by the time Season 2 of “Hawkeye” arrives, Kate Bishop may have joined the Avengers and even be training her own protégé.

What will happen to the original Hawkeye?

Despite the ongoing chatter about “Hawkeye” Season 2, there remains a significant question: If Jeremy Renner isn’t involved, what happens to the original Hawkeye? However, as we’ve recently speculated, he might reappear on the big screen in one or both of the upcoming “Avengers” movies. Whether he decides to hang up his bow after defeating Dr. Doom or persist as a hero in the films is yet to be decided. But it seems unlikely that he won’t show up at all, even if it’s just for a farewell appearance, despite not being officially listed in the “Avengers: Doomsday” cast.

There’s an equal chance that if news leaks about Marvel’s thrifty proposal to Renner, they might rethink their decision and entice him to return for “Hawkeye” Season 2. If they accommodate his requests, he’d once again be a significant character, providing answers to many lingering questions about the show’s sequel. We’ve brainstormed various ways Hawkeye could influence the Marvel Cinematic Universe post-Season 1, so there are numerous paths Marvel could explore for his narrative.

2025-05-04 19:01