Netflix’sUnstableis gearing up to drop its second seasonon August 1, riding the wave of its enthusiastic fan base since its debut in March 2023. The quirky comedy series bringsRob Loweand his son,John Owen Lowe, back to the small screen as the chaotic father-son duo running a top-tier biotech company. The show features Ellis Dragon (Rob Lowe), a brilliant but unpredictable CEO, and his son Jackson (John Owen Lowe), who practically keeps the company — and his dad — from going off the rails.
Season two amps up the antics withEllis devising a series of bizarre tests to see if Jackson has the chopsto take over the family empire. Meanwhile, a mysterious new character enters the fray, potentially throwing a wrench into the well-oiled, albeit slightly dysfunctional, machine. At the time the series was announced, Lowe released a statement expressing his happiness at getting to bring a second season to screens: “It’s a dream come true for us to jump back into the world ofUnstable, Here’s to season two and the many hours of family therapy that we will need along the way.”
Who Stars in ‘Unstable’?
Rob Lowe, who has a knack for comedyas seen inParks and RecreationandThe Grinder, brings his A-game to the role of Ellis, expertly mixing humour with complex family dynamics. The series is crafted under the watchful eyes of executive producers includingAndrew Gurland, Rob Lowe, John Owen Lowe,Sean Clements, Claire Scanlon, and Victor Fresco,while the ensemble cast is rounded outbyAaron Branch,Emma Ferreira,Rachel Marsh,andSian Clifford, with guest spots from comedy veterans likeFred Armisen,Lamorne Morris, andIris Apatow.
In the show, Rob Lowe portrays Ellis Dragon, the brilliant but unpredictable CEO of a leading biotech company. Ellis’s eccentric behavior causes complications both in his personal life and within his company. John Owen Lowe plays Jackson Dragon, Ellis’s son, who contrasts sharply with his father due to his practical and composed nature. Jackson works at his father’s company and often finds himself managing the fallout from his father’s erratic actions. The series delves into their complex father-son relationship, blending sharp humor with emotional depth as they tackle the intricacies of managing a high-profile business and their own personal challenges.Unstablehas been lauded for its clever writing and the chemistry between the Lowe duo, which is boosted by their real-life familial bond.
Unstablereturns on August 1 on Netflix. Watch the brand-new trailer below and check out the first images for Season 2 above.
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