The Mercer family will expand inthe upcomingThe IrrationalSeason 2.TV Linereports thatRon Canadahas joined the cast ofJesse L. Martin’sseries. He will play Eli Mercer, Alec, and Kylie’s father, about whom much is unknown. Save for one reference in Season 1, Eli is a stranger to the viewer, but his presence will offer an opportunity to tell more stories and expand the Mercer family relationships. He will undoubtedly influence the dynamics between Kylie and Alec, given that when Alec talked to Kylie about seeking shelter with their dad during a risky investigation, Kylie turned the offer down. This can, however, be partially attributed to her affection for her elder brother. The tentatative airdate for Canada’s episode is on February 4.
The news of the new character confirms what showrunnerArika Lisanne Mittmantold TV Line. She said, “We do have plans to see that in Season 2 to get to know more of our characters' family members, including Alec’s family members.” We might see more of Marisa, Phoebe, or Rizwan’s family members.Season 2 ofThe Irrationaldives into more irrational cases, a specialty of Alec. There is even more danger on the horizon as he explores new threats fresh from Rose’s abduction. Per the trailer for Season 2,Mercer is ever intrigued by humansand what makes them tick. “The key to solving any crime is understanding the science behind why people do inexplicable things,” he says in the video.
‘The Irrational’ Season 2 Moves Up One Week
With a vice presidential debate scheduled for October 1, networks have been shifting some dates to accommodate the event, which is bound to attract many people’s attention.The IrrationalSeason 2 will premiere on October 8,a week later than the original airdate. Meanwhile, according to Fox’s schedule, Accused Season 2 will also move to this date. InThe Irrational, L. Martin stars as Alec Mercer,Travina Springeras Kylie,Maahra Hillas Marisa,Molly Kunzas Phoebe, andArash DeMaxias Rizwan. Canada has extensive acting credits from his more than four-decade-long acting career. He is best known for playing authority figures like judges and detectives. His latest television roles were inLaw & Order: SVUandThe Best Man: The Final Chapter, both in 2022.
The Irrationalreturns on October 8 at 10 pm on NBC. Catch up with Season 1 on Peacock.
The Irrational
Alec Mercer is a world-renowned behavioral scientist who lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations with his unique and unexpected approach to understanding human behavior.
