Woody Harrelson has made it clear that he has no interest in reuniting with Matthew McConaughey for another season of the acclaimed HBO series “True Detective.” During an interview on “3rd Hour Today” with Dylan Dreyer, Harrelson addressed the matter after Dreyer referenced McConaughey’s recent comments to NME, where he hinted at the possibility of a revival if the script met a high standard.
Harrelson responded with a smile, stating, “Matthew’s so funny. In fairness, never. No chance.” He elaborated that the original season of “True Detective” turned out “great,” and he believes that pursuing another season could potentially tarnish that success. “I love that it turned out the way it did, and if anything, doing another season would, I think, tarnish that,” he explained.
Despite his reluctance to revisit their iconic roles as Marty Hart and Rust Cohle, Harrelson confirmed that he and McConaughey are collaborating on a new project. He described this upcoming venture as a half-hour comedy that he hopes will resonate with audiences.
The original “True Detective,” created by Nic Pizzolatto, premiered in January 2014 and garnered significant acclaim, earning both actors Emmy nominations for their performances. McConaughey had previously expressed eagerness about the prospect of a sequel, emphasizing that it would require a script of exceptional quality to fulfill the expectations set by the original series.
Fans of both actors will likely find anticipation in the news of their new comedy collaboration, while it seems the legacy of “True Detective” will remain intact without a sequel. Harrelson’s firm decision reinforces the notion that sometimes, it’s best to leave a critically acclaimed project as it is, adding to its legacy rather than risking its reputation.