John Goodman Plays Aggie’s Con-Artist Father as The Beast in Me Is Back for Season 2—Here’s the Newest Addition to the Cast
Netflix confirms another season
The series brought Danes back to television and reunited her with creator Howard Gordon, who worked with her for eight seasons on Homeland. Its cast also included Matthew Rhys and Brittany Snow, while Conan O’Brien and Jodie Foster were among the producers.
Gordon explains the decision
Gordon said the team would make a second season only if it found a story worthy of the first. He said he was thrilled that they had found one.
He also thanked Jinny Howe and Netflix, as well as Karey Burke and 20th Television, for helping the team return. Gordon said the creators enjoyed making the show and believed audiences enjoyed watching it.
Goodman joins the cast
In October 2026, Deadline reported that John Goodman would star in season two. His credits include Righteous Gemstones and Digger. Goodman is set to play Aggie’s father, whom Deadline described as a longtime con artist. Gordon also discussed the first season’s ending with The Wrap and what it prompted him to consider for the next season.
Key points
- The Beast in Me will return for a second season on Netflix.
- Claire Danes is returning to her role.
- John Goodman will play Aggie’s father, described as a longtime con artist.
- Howard Gordon said the new season needed a story worthy of the first.