Netflix has swiftly renewed itsShane Gillis-led workplace comedy,Tires,for a third season. The streamer announced the show’s renewal less than a month after its second outing premiered on June 5.Tirescenters on Will (Steve Gerben), who has taken over his father’s struggling auto repair chain, Valley Forge Automotive. He’s not exactly qualified for the role, but he tries to make the business succeed, all while dealing with his undermining cousin and employee, Shane (Gillis).
The show’s journey to and on the streamer has been an interesting one. Gillis self-financed the six-episode inaugural season, and Netflix acquired the series as part of a deal that also included a new stand-up special for the comedian on the streaming service. Netflix and Gillis’s first special,Beautiful Dogs, was released in 2023. He was also featured in 2024’sNetflix is a Joke Fest.
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Tires' first season failed to impress critics, who described it as crass, raunchy, and offensive, labeling it a “bro comedy.“Tires' second season expanded to 12 episodes, which certainly allowed for more character development. The sophomore outing debuted at an impressive #2 on Netflix’s U.S. top 10 list and is also receiving some critical success. Season 2 is performing much better on Rotten Tomatoes, but that’s based on only seven reviews. Still, 40% (for its first season) to 71% is a vast improvement.
‘Tires’ is the “Anti-Woke” Comedy that Keeps Rolling on Netflix
Tires’appeal is undeniably subjective. It’s been called “anti-woke,” which is off-putting for some audiences, but the show’s divisive nature is also closely tied to Gillis' history. The comedian made headlines in 2019 when he was fired fromSaturday Night Live(before ever appearing as a cast member) due to resurfaced podcast clips containing derogatory and offensive language, including ethnic and gay slurs. Despite this, he later famously hostedSNLin both 2024 and 2025, though the reception to his hosting gigs was notably mixed (with some viewers expressing disappointment at the choice).
Tires’Season 2 seems to be an improvement, but it still has its share of naysayers. MovieWeb’s own Jake Dee writes thatTiresis trying (and miserably failing) to be likeIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Dee shares that the second season is “pointless beyond its efforts to push back against perceived woke political correctness” and gives way to “faux-tough-guy humor, leaning into the offensive, toxic masculinity.” There’s clearly an audience that gravitates towards, or isn’t bothered by, “anti-woke” content, and Netflix is ready to pull them in, as indicated by their quick renewal ofTires.
Season 2 ofTiressaw the return of core cast members Gillis, Gerben, Chris O’Connor, Kilah Fox, and Stavros Halkias. It also boasted an impressive roster of guest stars, including Andrew Schulz, Vince Vaughn, and Jon Lovitz. A standout addition was Thomas Haden Church, who joined the cast as Shane’s wealthy and immature father, Phil.
The series is co-created by Gerben, Gillis, and John McKeever, with McKeever also serving as director. The trio serve as executive producers, joined by Brandon James for Rough House, Brian Stern and Kenneth Slotnick for AGI Entertainment Media & Management, and Becky Astphan.
Tireswill return for its third season in 2026. Seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on Netflix.
