Rust & Marty: The True Detective Reunion We Didn’t Know We Needed (But Desperately Want)

In a recent interview, series creator Nic Pizzolatto casually dropped a bombshell: he has another story in mind for Rust Cohle and Marty Hart. No formal plans (yet), but his quote says it all: “Who knows? Maybe we’ll do it someday.” That’s all it takes to get the fandom buzzing.

But here’s where it gets even more interesting, the duo just reunited for something real. McConaughey and Harrelson appeared in a new “True to Texas” campaign ad, directed by Pizzolatto himself. It’s designed to boost film and Tv production in Texas, but the second you see them on screen together again? It’s impossible not to feel that old True Detective electricity.

Between the cryptic tease and the Texas reunion, it feels like something is stirring in the bayou. Whether it's a full-blown new season or just another short-form return, fans are hungry for more of that dark, brooding Southern noir.

So until we hear more, we’ll be rewatching Season 1, revisiting our favorite Rust-isms (“Time is a flat circle,” anyone?), and keeping fingers crossed.

Oh, and if you’re posting about this on Instagram, might I suggest “Far From Any Road” by The Handsome Family for the soundtrack? You’re welcome.