Fortunately, Renner managed to recover and has since returned to both movies and television.
In many ways, Renner’s Mike McLusky is the perfect replacement for Hawkeye.
Both characters are heroes who are dedicated to creating peace in dangerous situations.
What makes McLusky an upgrade though is the inclusion of real-world problems.
In this way, Renner is playing the same role but in a much more realistic and impactful story.
So far, the show has enjoyed three seasons, with each installment seemingly getting better and better reviews.
Ultimately,Mayor of Kingstownis proving to be a successful post-MCU project.
Although critics have argued that the series is too bleak and heavy-handed, audiences praiseMayor of Kingstown’sdarkness.
A notable aspect ofMayor of Kingstown’ssuccess is the passion of its audiences.
Will Jeremy Renner Play Hawkeye Again?
The only question that remains iswhat projects could Hawkeye return in.
This opportunity could arise in 2026’sAvengers: Doomsdayor somewhere else.
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Avengers: Doomsdayis set for release on May 1, 2026.
Mayor of Kingstown is a drama-thriller series starring Jeremy Renner as Mike McLusky, who takes over for his brother as the head of the family. The McLusky family are power brokers in Kingstown, Michigan, where the business of incarceration is the only thriving industry. Tackling themes of systemic racism, corruption, and inequality, the series provides a stark look at their attempt to bring order and justice to a town that has neither.
