CBS has delighted fans with the announcement that "Elsbeth," the hit comedy-drama, will return for a second season. The renewal comes even before the first season has finished airing, highlighting the show's popularity and success. Series star Carrie Preston shared on X that production for the second season is set to begin in July, with a fall premiere date planned.
Season 1 Finale
The Season 1 finale, titled «A Fitting Finale,» is scheduled to air on May 23. In this episode, Elsbeth tackles the murder of a renowned fashion designer. The plot thickens as her motives come under scrutiny by the precinct, as mentioned in a report by Collider.
Guest stars for the finale include Laura Benanti as leading model Nadine Clay, André De Shields as fashion designer Matteo Hart, and a cameo by Tim Gunn as himself. The episode synopsis teases that an unlikable fashion photographer's murder at a fashion show leads Elsbeth and her team to suspect either the photographer's college ex, Nadine, or her jealous husband.
Elsbeth's Unique Appeal
Carrie Preston reprises her role as Elsbeth Tascioni, a character originating from «The Good Wife.»
In «Elsbeth,» she relocates to New York on a mission to investigate the NYPD, specifically targeting Captain Wagner, played by Wendell Pierce. Despite her unconventional methods, Elsbeth proves to be a valuable investigator, helping the NYPD solve complex murders by uncovering overlooked clues. She teams up with Officer Kaya Blanke,