HBO has officially renewed I Love LA for Season 2 following strong early viewership and positive critical reception. The announcement came Thursday as HBO CEO Casey Bloys confirmed multiple comedy renewals during a press presentation in New York. I Love LA launched only weeks ago, but its sharp audience growth positioned it as the network’s second-highest-performing freshman comedy in platform history. The decision ensures continued momentum for creator-star Rachel Sennott and her ensemble cast. The renewal adds to HBO’s expanding comedy slate as competition for streaming viewership intensifies.
Performance, Cast & Viewership Metrics
I Love LA follows a group of twenty-somethings navigating personal and professional challenges in modern Los Angeles. Led by Rachel Sennott, the cast includes Jordan Firstman, Josh Hutcherson, Odessa A’zion, and True Whitaker.
According to HBO’s live-plus-three-day data, the series is averaging nearly 2 million cross-platform U.S. viewers, ranking just behind The Chair Company among newly launched comedies. The steady performance reflects strong replay value on HBO Max and high social-media engagement.
The renewal comes just weeks after the series aired its third episode, highlighting HBO’s confidence in the show’s long-term potential and its alignment with the network’s comedy identity.
Quotes & Executive Reactions
HBO programming EVP Amy Gravitt praised the early success of I Love LA, stating:
“Both I Love LA and The Chair Company confidently carry on the HBO comedy tradition in their own singular way. We couldn’t be happier to continue collaborating with Tim, Zach, Rachel, and their exceptional teams.”
Sennott has also expressed enthusiasm about continuing the show, telling TheWrap earlier this year:
“I had so much fun making it, and I want to do it again. It’s the most amazing group of people.”
These endorsements underscore the creative energy behind the project and the network’s belief in its staying power.
What the Renewal Means for HBO
The early renewal of I Love LA reinforces HBO’s broader strategy to elevate character-driven, creator-led comedies. As the platform competes with Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video, retaining distinct voices like Sennott’s helps maintain HBO’s brand identity.
For HBO Max, I Love LA provides a younger audience demographic, filling a gap left by the recent conclusion of several legacy comedies. Its strong digital traction also supports HBO’s viewership diversification goals heading into 2026.
Additionally, pairing the renewal with The Chair Company signals HBO’s confidence in its two-track comedy development: surrealist humor through Tim Robinson and grounded, coming-of-age storytelling with Sennott.
Season 2 Timeline & Announcements
Season 2 of I Love LA is expected to begin production in mid-2026, with new episodes tentatively slated for a 2027 premiere window. HBO has not yet revealed story details, but Sennott has hinted at expanding the show’s exploration of friendship, love, and ambition within a shifting Los Angeles landscape.
New casting announcements, episode directors, and additional writers are anticipated in early 2026 as the creative team finalizes the Season 2 blueprint.
Sources
HBO
TheWrap
Variety
Deadline
HBO Max Analytics (Live+3 U.S. Data)
