Chris O’Donnell’s hit drama 9-1-1: Nashville is back for season 2 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, on ABC.
Ahead of the new episodes, Chris announced he launched a production company, Lone Cypress Entertainment.
Chris revealed that the brand has already greenlit its first project.
Chris O’Donnell is making big moves.
The actor is gearing up for the season 2 premiere of 9-1-1: Nashville on October 15, and Deadline recently shared that Chris has another project up his sleeve. According to the outlet, Chris has officially launched Lone Cypress Entertainment, a production company. The company announced its first project, a new film called Kilkenny, starring P.J. Byrne and directed by Jay Duplass.
“When I was starting out, I was fortunate to work with incredible actors and directors who took me under their wings and taught me the ins and outs of the business from performing to promoting,” he said in an official statement. “Part of my inspiration for creating Lone Cypress is to give back to the next generation of talent. At the same time, there are so many talented actors and filmmakers I came up with and who blazed the trail before me that I would love to collaborate with.”
Chris also shared his thoughts about the new venture on Instagram.
“Exciting things to come ...,” he wrote in the caption.
Fans were thrilled to see what Chris has been working on.
“Way to go @chrisodonnell!!! You’re awesome!! ❤️,” one person wrote in the comments. “So excited for you @chrisodonnell! Congratulations,” another agreed. “Wow I can't wait to see what's to come 🙌,” a different follower added.
While plot details about Kilkenny are currently under wraps, we do know that the film will be set in Ireland.
“Kilkenny is a perfect example of a talent-driven Lone Cypress project,” Chris added. “I’ve been friends with P.J. for almost thirty years and have been thrilled to watch his career take off. I called P.J. when we started the company and told him I wanted to produce something together.”
We’re so excited, and congrats!
