Colin Farrell's neo-noir sci-fi detective series Sugar is back for a second season, and the mystery is deeper than ever. After a jaw-dropping Season 1 finale revealed that John Sugar is actually an alien from outer space, Season 2 finds him navigating both a new case and a budding romance. ShowtimeSpot has an exclusive sneak peek at Episode 5, titled "Unknowns," which premieres July 17 on Apple TV.
In our clip, Sugar (Farrell) is at a restaurant with his new love interest, the brilliant and enigmatic Charlotte Fischer (Laura Donnelly, Werewolf by Night). He tries to charm her with the corniest joke he knows, but she guesses the punchline almost instantly. Still, she invites him to join her table, keeping their romantic storyline alive. Throughout the season, Sugar struggles with his feelings for Charlotte, which could force him to reveal his shocking secret: he's an alien sent to Earth to study humanity.
What's Happening in 'Sugar' Season 2?
While juggling his personal life, Sugar is still searching for his missing sister, Djen (Mireille Enos, The Killing). He's hired by up-and-coming boxer Danny Moon (Jin Ha, Only Murders in the Building) to find his missing brother and trainer, Ji (Raymond Lee, Quantum Leap). Ji has a dangerous drug habit and a knack for getting involved with the wrong people, including crooked cop Ray Vega (Tony Dalton, Better Call Saul).
To crack the case, Sugar enlists the help of savvy ex-con Val (Sasha Calle, The Flash) and his old police pal Tom Flyberg (Shea Whigham, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning). Meanwhile, Charlotte may know more about Sugar than she lets on, adding another layer of intrigue to the season.
For fans of sci-fi mysteries, this season is a must-watch. If you're looking for more thrilling content, check out our Exclusive Sneak Peek: 'Water Park Shark' Unleashes Mutant Sharks on Cape Cod for another dose of suspense.
Critical Acclaim and Creative Team
Sugar Season 2 has earned a stellar 97% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, a significant jump from the first season's 81%. The series was created by Mark Protosevich (The Cell) and is showrun by Protosevich, Simon Kinberg (Dark Phoenix), and Sam Catlin (Breaking Bad). Their combined expertise delivers a gripping blend of noir, sci-fi, and emotional depth.
If you're a fan of Colin Farrell's work, you might also enjoy his chilling thriller 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer' now on HBO Max, where he stars alongside Barry Keoghan.
Where to Watch
"Unknowns," the fifth episode of Sugar Season 2, premieres exclusively on Apple TV on July 17. Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on this captivating series and other entertainment news.
