Spoilers ahead for the Season 2 premiere of Elsbeth , called "Subscription to Murder." The long wait for Elsbeth to return in the fall 2024 TV schedule following the emotional Season 1 finale ended on October 17, with a Season 2 premiere that featured Nathan Lane as the killer of the week, moved to murder due to one man's very poor theater etiquette. The kicker came at the very end after the case had been closed, however, as Elsbeth was approached by a car.
The scene didn't show the face of the person inside, but he said "Get in, Miss Tascioni" and she looked shocked to see him. When I spoke with showrunner Jonathan Tolins and star Carrie Preston, I got their thoughts on the cliffhanger. It seemed likely that this mysterious ending wasn't tied to the serialized story from Season 1 (available streaming via Paramount+ subscription ), since Elsbeth and Co.
guaranteed the downfall of Noonan. After showrunner Jonathan Tolins explained why Nathan Lane was the first choice to play the "Subscription to Murder" killer, he shared: It's a new story, but it's something that is from her past in Chicago. I would say, if people watch the opening credits closely, they'll have a better sense of who that voice was at the end.
The story with the man in the car is new to Elsbeth, but – based on Tolins' mention of Chicago – seems tied to the character's time on The Good Wife and The Good Fight . Since those two shows aren't required viewing to enjoy Elsbeth , it seems like a safe bet that not.