After a philosophical, gritty season one, True Detective fell from grace for a terrible second season. The first season, brought to life by the collective talents of actors Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, showcased exquisite writing while the second season faltered despite the presence of Hollywood heavyweights Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams and Vince Vaughn.

After a philosophical, gritty season one, True Detective fell from grace for a terrible second season. The first season, brought to life by the collective talents of actors Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, showcased exquisite writing while the second season faltered despite the presence of Hollywood heavyweights Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams and Vince Vaughn. Rumours of cancelation have been around for weeks now with many wondering if HBO will fund a third season.

However, a recent statement from season one star Matthew McConaughey could turn the tide around for the crime show. Though the Interstellar star has a combination of high-profile films coming out, he’s still open to television. During a recent interview, the actor confessed that he is open to reprising the role, provided there is a story that needs to be told.

“I miss Rust Cohle, man,” he said in an interview with Rich Eisen on The Rich Eisen Show. “I miss watching him on Sunday nights. I was a happy man while we made that for six months, because I was on my own island.”

Matthew’s interest in keeping the show alive could convince HBO to bring the show back for a third and final season but a lot depends on writer/creator Nic Pizzolatto and director Cary Fukunaga who was pivotal to the show’s brilliant first season. Until then, McConaughey fans can look forward to the actor essaying the role of a rebel in the new release, Free State of Jones.