“1923” Season 2 Kicks Off with a Baby Bombshell!
Grab your popcorn, folks, because the second season of “1923” has kicked off with a twist that no one saw coming—Spencer Dutton, played by the charming Brandon Sklenar, is about to become a dad! ???? In the premiere episode, we discover that his wife Alex (Julia Schlaepfer) is pregnant—talk about raising the stakes in a story already packed with drama and danger. During a heartfelt convo with her buddy Jennifer, Alex drops the baby bomb just as Spencer is on a harrowing journey back from Africa, where he’s been taking a break from family drama to become a game hunter (as you do).
Sklenar, in an exclusive chat with PEOPLE, said he wasn’t totally shocked by this reveal, pointing to creator Taylor Sheridan’s knack for adding tension. With everything that’s happening—like defending the family ranch alongside his aunt and uncle, Cara (Helen Mirren) and Jacob Dutton (Harrison Ford)—it’s clear Spencer’s got a full plate. “His plate is full,” Sklenar quipped, and honestly, we can’t blame him!
Not to be overshadowed, both Sklenar and Schlaepfer tackled the challenges of filming season 2 without their usual partner-in-crime vibe. It seems like they have separated from one another both on and off-screen, which kicked their acting performances into high gear! Schlaepfer expressed how isolating it felt to be away from Sklenar, but it led to some intense character exploration, saying, “it was really, really fun to film in a different way.”
The premiere also marks a pivotal moment for viewers after a long-awaited season gap. With a fresh storyline and complex character arcs, there’s a lot to unpack! The team has kept many details under wraps, and Sklenar admitted his friends were tired of him spilling secrets before the premiere, so it’s refreshing to see everything come to life now that it’s finally streaming on Paramount+.
As most fans are diving into this new season, it’s also worth mentioning that “1923” has been praised for its performances and intricate plotlines, reminiscent of Sheridan’s other hits like “Yellowstone.” So, keep your eyes peeled because with a baby on the way, things are about to get wilder in the Dutton universe!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Variety, Entertainment Weekly
