RUMOR: Hawkeye Season 2 Is Happening Even Without Jeremy Renner

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Summary

  • Jeremy Renner won’t return for Hawkeye Season 2 due to payment disputes.
  • Hawkeye Season 2 may continue with Hailee Steinfeld as the new lead.
  • Renner’s absence will leave a void in Hawkeye Season 2 that viewers will surely notice.

It appears that Jeremy Renner’s television show “Hawkeye” was widely appreciated. Interestingly, it seems that the second season of this series might proceed without his involvement.

As a dedicated movie enthusiast, I first encountered Jeremy Renner’s portrayal of Clint Barton, also known as Hawkeye, in the 2011 blockbuster, Thor. Impressed by his unparalleled archery prowess, Nick Fury enlisted Barton into the ranks of S.H.I.E.L.D. Since then, Renner has breathed life into this iconic character across numerous films within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), including The Avengers (2012), Age of Ultron (2015), Civil War (2016), and Endgame (2019). His standalone TV series, Hawkeye, premiered on Disney Plus in 2021. However, in a surprising turn of events, Renner recently declined the opportunity to reprise his role for Season 2, citing a pay disparity, allegedly being offered only half the original compensation. Nonetheless, industry insiders claim that Hawkeye Season 2 is moving forward without Renner.

Concerns have arisen about the continuation of Hawkeye Season 2 as Jeremy Renner has announced his departure due to a pay disagreement. Since Renner is the main character, it seems unlikely that Disney Plus would proceed with the show without him. However, entertainment insider @MyTimeToShine has provided some updates on the Hawkeye series following Renner’s announcement. According to him, the series will indeed move forward, but with a new leading character – Hailee Steinfeld, who plays Hawkeye’s apprentice Kate Bishop. The tipster stated: “The show is still happening, but it will feature Steinfeld as the new lead.

Though I was hoping for more Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye, the show is pushing on with Hailee Steinfeld in the leading role.

As stated by Renner, he didn’t request an increase in his salary, but was content with earning the same as during the first season. However, he felt disappointed and insulted by the offer he received. Given that Kate is being set up as the next Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), it seems the show could continue without Renner. Additionally, Steinfeld has expressed interest in reprising her role for the Disney Plus series. In fact, she previously mentioned wanting to work with Florence Pugh’s character, Yelena, again. Their dynamic in the first season of Hawkeye was a mix of humor and tension that resonated with fans, and Steinfeld herself appreciates their chemistry. She finds Pugh “wonderful” and a “powerhouse,” and stated she’d be eager to collaborate more with her.

A Hawkeye series without Jeremy Renner could theoretically exist, but it would undoubtedly miss his presence significantly. Renner has portrayed Hawkeye for over a decade in various Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) productions, making his association with the character strong. Even though the Disney series has introduced Kate as the new proficient archer in the MCU and potentially the future Hawkeye, it’s challenging for fans to separate the character from Renner. Moreover, Renner has publicly expressed his affection for his MCU role, even mentioning his desire to continue playing Hawkeye under appropriate circumstances. Given Renner’s continued interest in the character, it would be painful to detach Hawkeye from him if the series proceeds without him.

Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe greatly appreciate Jeremy Renner’s portrayal of Hawkeye. Many are eager for him to return to the role in “Avengers: Doomsday,” given that he is one of the founding Avengers alongside characters like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, and Black Widow, played by Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Scarlett Johansson respectively. It would be a pity if Renner’s character was missing in “Hawkeye” Season 2, as it would significantly impact the show and leave it feeling incomplete. Here’s hoping that Renner is compensated appropriately and returns to the role for the second season.

Hawkeye streams on Disney Plus.

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2025-05-02 17:34