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The Hunting Party brings back Manifest stars as dangerous new killers emerge in Season 2’s epic finale run. Josh Dallas shocked audiences with his twisted serial killer turn, and more sinister guest stars are coming tonight. With only 4 episodes left, the NBC crime drama intensifies with shocking storylines.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Next Episode: “Dylan Miles” airs Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10/9c on NBC
- Manifest Reunion: Josh Dallas played serial killer Elliot Carr, reuniting with co-star Melissa Roxburgh
- Guest Stars: Piper Perabo, Kevin McHale, Jeff Dunham, John Corbett headline Season 2
- Season Status: Only 4 episodes remain before Season 2 finale on NBC and Peacock
Manifest Stars Join Forces in Dark NBC Drama
Josh Dallas and Melissa Roxburgh reunited on The Hunting Party with a shocking twist. The former Manifest co-stars played siblings in the beloved NBC show, but here they’re mortal enemies. Dallas plays Elliot Carr, a twisted serial killer called “the Connecticut Cobbler” who carves victims into shoes.
Roxburgh leads the Hunting Party team as FBI Agent Rebecca Henderson, tasked with capturing her former co-star. The dynamic shifts from sibling bond to hunter versus hunted, creating electric on-screen tension that fans didn’t see coming.
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Killer Guest Stars Dominate Season 2 Finale Episodes
NBC stacked Season 2 with powerhouse guest stars playing horrifying serial killers. Piper Perabo portrays Colette Akins, a woman with a dark, twisted past. Glee alum Kevin McHale plays Dylan Miles, a comedian turned serial killer with a ventriloquist dummy co-conspirator.
Stand-up comedian Jeff Dunham also appears alongside John Corbett in roles that push the boundaries of the show’s darkness. Kelsey Grammer and Eric McCormack round out a roster of A-list talent bringing deranged killers to life. Each episode delivers deeper mysteries and shocking character reveals.
What’s Coming Tonight and Beyond
Tonight’s episode features Christopher Denham as Byron May, a lonely technician obsessed with customers. The killer practices “phrogging,” secretly living in other people’s homes. Suspicions mount whether the wrong man might be imprisoned for his crimes.
| Episode | Killer | Air Date |
| Episode 10 | Byron May (Christopher Denham) | April 16, 2026 |
| Episode 11 | Dylan Miles (Kevin McHale) | April 23, 2026 |
| Episode 12 & 13 | TBA | April 30 & May 7, 2026 |
The Hunting Party team must work together to catch criminals before the season finale. Bex Henderson and her team face obstacles from Colonel Lazarus (Kari Matchett) and mysterious forces threatening their operation.
“Lonely technician Byron May is obsessed with his customers, invading their lives to learn more about them only to snap when they reject his advances.”
— NBC Official Teaser, The Hunting Party
Intensity Builds as Team Hunts the Most Dangerous Criminals
Season 2 plunges deeper into psychological darkness. The mysterious explosion at The Pit prison freed dangerous killers, forcing Bex and her elite team to work harder. Each week reveals new criminal conspiracies and hidden connections.
The series balances intense action with character development. Shane Florence (Josh McKenzie) faces personal demons related to Colonel Lazarus. Jacob Hassani (Patrick Sabongui) brings investigative expertise. The dynamic between team members deepens while they hunt humanity’s worst offenders.
Why Fans Can’t Miss the Final Episodes of Season 2?
The Hunting Party has become NBC’s breakout hit for its bold casting and intricate killer-of-the-week storytelling combined with serialized mythology. The Manifest reunion proved the show attracts major talent. Guest stars elevate every episode with award-caliber performances.
With only 4 episodes remaining, time is running out to discover what happens to Bex’s team. Will Colonel Lazarus’s secrets be exposed? Can they catch all The Pit’s escaped killers? Tune in Thursdays at 10/9c on NBC and stream next day on Peacock.
Sources
- NBC Insider – Official episode previews and cast information for The Hunting Party Season 2
- Variety – Guest star announcements and season 2 coverage
- TV Insider – The Hunting Party updates and Manifest reunion details
