The Cross series on Prime Video is returning for its second season! Featuring original cast members, Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, Alona Tal, Ryan Eggold, and others, the show has introduced a notable new character played by Matthew Lillard. Recognized as a leading figure in the horror genre, Lillard portrays billionaire Lance Durand, who becomes embroiled in a high-stakes situation after receiving a death threat.
Below, Hollywood Life provides all the details regarding season 2 of Cross and insights into Lillard’s character.
How to Watch All Episodes of Cross
All episodes from season 1 of Cross are available for streaming on Prime Video. The first three episodes of season 2 will debut on February 11.
Who Does Matthew Lillard Play in Cross? About His Character
Matthew takes on the role of Lance Durand. The streamer describes him as a “billionaire business titan” who seeks FBI protection after receiving a death threat that connects him to the murder of another billionaire. Detective Alex Cross (Hodge) and FBI Agent Kayla Craig (Tal) collaborate to safeguard Durand and track down the killer.
In an exclusive interview with Hollywood Life, Matthew shared what attracted him to the show and his character.
“Lance Durand was pretty easy [to adapt to], and I think that starts with the script,” said the Descendants actor. “What attracted me [to the show and character] was a screen test. It wasn’t auditioning. [Although,] I audition all the time; it was a screen test. … For me, what drew me in was the fact that I was really scared to go back into that.”
Matthew emphasized that as an artist, confronting something you are nervous about or afraid of is important; you should embrace it. And so … I worked really hard on it.”
However, during his screen test, Matthew “had no idea what Cross” even was, he told Hollywood Life. After all, “the trailer hadn’t even dropped by the time we finished season 2,” he noted. “So, I walked into a world where I didn’t know any of the script; I barely knew anything about the character.”
What Is Cross About?
Season 1 of Cross introduced audiences to brilliant homicide detective, forensic psychologist, and devoted father Alex Cross (Hodge), who is dedicated to understanding the minds of killers and their victims while striving to bring justice to those responsible.
