'Mr. Robot' Season 2 Spoilers & Rumors: New Character Joining; Elliot Changes After Learning The Truth
There's no specific date yet for the return of the American drama thriller TV series "Mr. Robot" but there are several rumors going around revealing some spoilers and the possible plot of the upcoming season. According to a report by International Business Times, the show will be meeting a new character who will be played by Grace Gummer ("Extant," "American Horror Story: Freak Show").
The source mentioned that the actress will be playing the role of FBI Agent Dominique DiPierro but no further details about the character have been revealed. Rami Malek, who plays the character of Elliot Alderson, was asked about the new character, but instead of revealing details about the role Gummer would be playing, he talked instead about Gummer as an actress. He had worked with her before on another project.
"I can't tell you much about her, but I do know her previously. So, we've just been texting one another and looking forward to working with each other," Malek stated in an interview with Access Hollywood. "Grace Gummer is such a really wonderful spirit. She's just fun to be around and very professional," he added.
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As to what to expect in the second season, Fashion & Style detailed that it will be centered on Elliot's struggle with his mental health. The Season 1 finale closed with Elliot learning that Mr. Robot was just a figment of his imagination and is a manifestation of his late father. It's expected that the revelation will bring some twists and turns to the series.
Malek also revealed during an interview with TV Insider that Elliot's interactions with Mr. Robot will change now that he has discovered the truth. Showrunner and creator Sam Esmail also explained that the second season of the series will delve deeper into the fallout of Elliot's revelation.
Additionally, season 2 will be telling viewers more about the return of BD Wong's White Rose, the mysterious leader of the Dark Army. The after-credits of the season finale teased his appearance in the party of Evil Corp's CEO Phillip Price (Michael Cristofer).
"Mr. Robot" season 2 is slated to return sometime in summer this year.
