Prime Video's 'Scarpetta' is gearing up for its second season, with a star-studded cast of returning and new actors. The show, based on Patricia Cornwell's bestselling series, has already captivated audiences with its forensic crime thriller narrative. Season 1, which premiered on March 11, attracted 34 million viewers in just 28 days, a testament to its popularity. The series' success is further solidified by the impressive list of cast additions for Season 2, which includes David Arquette, Jodi Balfour, William Zabka, Stella Baker, Kim Dickens, Troy Garity, Jerod Haynes, Michael 'Killer Mike' Render, and Holland Taylor. These additions join the returning main cast, featuring Nicole Kidman as Medical Examiner Kay Scarpetta, Jamie Lee Curtis as her sister Dorothy Farinelli, Bobby Cannavale as Detective Pete Marino, Simon Baker as FBI profiler Benton Wesley, and Ariana DeBose as Kay’s tech-savvy niece Lucy Farinelli Watson. The younger versions of these characters are portrayed by Rosy McEwen, Amanda Righetti, Jake Cannavale, and Hunter Parrish, respectively. The show's executive producers include Kidman, Per Saari, Curtis, Sarnoff, Cornwell, Jason Blum, Melissa Aouate, Chris Dickie, David Gordon Green, and Jeremy Gold. The production companies involved are Amazon MGM Studios, Blumhouse Television, Blossom Films, Comet Pictures, and P&S Projects. David Arquette, known for his recent work in 'Evil Genius' and 'The Mess We Made', joins the cast, adding to the show's star power. Jodi Balfour, with her credits in 'The Crown', 'Ted Lasso', 'HBO’s Quarry', and 'Apple TV’s For All Mankind', brings a wealth of experience to the series. Stella Baker, who played the titular role in 'The Republic of Sarah', and Kim Dickens, with her recent roles in 'Saturn Return' and 'The Better Sister', further enhance the show's depth and talent. Troy Garity, Jerod Haynes, Michael 'Killer Mike' Render, and Holland Taylor also join the cast, adding to the show's diverse and impressive lineup. The show's development and writing are based on Patricia Cornwell's bestselling Kay Scarpetta book series, ensuring a faithful adaptation of the source material. The addition of these talented actors to the cast of 'Scarpetta' promises to elevate the show's narrative and further engage audiences worldwide.
