Matt Lauria Teases Kingdom Reunion and Sheriff Country Developments
Matt Lauria, known for his role in the series Kingdom, hinted at the possibility of a reunion with his former costars. Despite his busy schedule with Sheriff Country, Lauria expressed his willingness to return to the Kingdom world with just a phone call. He joked about needing six weeks to get his six-pack back in shape before reuniting with the cast. The gritty drama, which aired from 2014 to 2017, followed the story of a retired MMA fighter managing his gym and the personal struggles of his sons and fighters.
Lauria shared his encounter with Byron Balasco, the coshowrunner of Kingdom, who seemed open to the idea of a reunion. The cast members, including Frank Grillo, have shown interest in coming back for a potential reunion. Grillo, in a recent conversation, discussed the possibility of putting together an eight-episode run to continue the Kingdom story. The trio is brainstorming ideas to bring the band back together for another chapter.
While Lauria is currently immersed in his role as Boone in Sheriff Country, he reflected on his character's journey and emotional growth in the series. Boone's exploration of his feelings for Mickey and his internal conflicts have been central to his character development. Lauria hinted at the possibility of delving deeper into Boone's backstory, including his secret wife, in the upcoming season of Sheriff Country.
As fans eagerly await the return of Kingdom, Lauria remains optimistic about the potential for a reunion and the opportunity to further explore Boone's character in Sheriff Country. The series is currently available for streaming on Paramount+, offering viewers a glimpse into the captivating world of Sheriff Country.