Diarra from Detroit Season 2 brings back the mystery-comedy’s core group while adding an unusually deep guest lineup. Diarra Kilpatrick again leads the series as Diarra Brickland, whose attempt at a carefree summer is interrupted by a triple-homicide investigation and a citywide treasure hunt.
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Cast at a Glance
| Actor / Personality | Role / Connection | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Diarra Kilpatrick | Diarra Brickland | Perry Mason, The Last O.G. |
| DomiNque Perry | Aja Edwards | Insecure, One of Them Days |
| Bryan Terrell Clark | Mr. Tea | Empire, Queen Sugar |
| Jon Chaffin | Danger | BMF, Blindspotting |
| Shannon Wallace | Chris / Deonte Brooks | City on a Hill, Beauty in Black |
| Phylicia Rashad | Vonda Brooks | The Cosby Show, Creed |
| Harry Lennix | Walter Harley | The Blacklist, The Matrix Reloaded |
| Morris Chestnut | François “Swa” Brickland | The Best Man, Watson |
| Glynn Turman | Ron | The Wire, Fargo |
| Cliff “Method Man” Smith | Guest role | Power Book II: Ghost, Wu-Tang Clan |
| Bokeem Woodbine | Guest role | Fargo, Spider-Man: Homecoming |
| Amber Riley | Guest role | Glee, Dreamgirls stage production |
Diarra Kilpatrick as Diarra Brickland
Kilpatrick is the creator, executive producer, writer and star of the series. Diarra is a schoolteacher whose curiosity and refusal to accept easy explanations repeatedly pull her into dangerous investigations.
DomiNque Perry as Aja Edwards
Aja is Diarra’s best friend and an ambitious entrepreneur. Her business interests and personal loyalties place her close to the season’s changing power structure in Detroit.
Bryan Terrell Clark as Mr. Tea
Mr. Tea is Diarra’s work husband and reluctant investigative partner. His humor helps balance the darker criminal story without making him feel disconnected from the stakes.
Jon Chaffin as Danger
Danger is Diarra’s childhood friend and complicated romantic connection. His history with Diarra and Detroit makes him useful whenever the mystery reaches beyond official channels.
Shannon Wallace as Chris / Deonte Brooks
Chris remains central to Diarra’s emotional life and to the broader mystery surrounding his identity and history. Wallace plays the character with enough uncertainty to keep romance and suspicion active at the same time.
Phylicia Rashad as Vonda Brooks
Vonda is Deonte’s mother, a woman whose reputation was shaped by her son’s disappearance. Rashad gives the role authority, grief and a sense that Vonda understands more than she immediately reveals.
Harry Lennix as Walter Harley
Walter Harley is a powerful Detroit figure whose decisions affect development, money and Aja’s plans. His presence expands the series from a personal investigation into a larger struggle over the city.
Morris Chestnut as Swa
Morris Chestnut returns as Diarra’s ex-husband François “Swa” Brickland. Their unresolved connection keeps Diarra’s romantic life complicated even as a new case demands her attention.
New guest stars in Season 2
Season 2 adds Method Man, Glynn Turman, Bokeem Woodbine, Amber Riley, Lil Rel Howery, Lovie Simone, Shoniqua Shandai, Nicco Annan, Jude Demorest, Skilla Baby, Icewear Vezzo and Chris “CP” Powell. Some character details are being kept under wraps to protect the mystery.
Where to watch Season 2
Season 2 streams on Paramount+. The first two episodes launched together, followed by weekly episodes through the finale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Diarra Kilpatrick plays Diarra Brickland and also created the series.
Yes. Morris Chestnut returns as Diarra’s ex-husband, Swa.
Yes. She returns as Vonda Brooks.
Season 2 has eight episodes.