Get a First Look at HGTV’s ‘Castle Impossible’ Season 2: What to Know
While some HGTV stars are renovating houses, Daphne Reckert and Ian Figueira have their hands full renovating their very own castle.
Castle Impossible premiered its debut season in April 2025. The series follows the married couple as they transform a castle that Reckert inherited from her grandparents, with the hopes of keeping it running and profitable as a wedding venue and event space.
Season 1 — which garnered 14.1 million viewers across linear and streaming — concluded in June 2025, leaving fans wanting more. HGTV made their wishes come true that December by confirming that the home renovation series will return for new episodes in 2026.
Scroll down for what we know so far, including a first look at the new episodes.
Will Castle Impossible return for Season 2?
On December 16, HGTV confirmed that Season 2 of Castle Impossible is in the works. “After a year of tireless work on the sprawling property, this season the Figs will focus on the revival and sustainability of their historic Chateau de Lesigny by expanding their wedding and event businesses to finance the much-needed renovations,” the season’s description reads. “In the eight new episodes, Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny.”
When will Castle Impossible Season 2 premiere?
HGTV announced that Season 2 of Castle Impossible will premiere on Tuesday, May 26, at 9/8c. “Turns out, restoring a 500-year-old chateau was *not* a one‑season problem,” the network captioned an April 28 Instagram post.
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Who is in the Castle Impossible cast?
The show stars Reckert and Figueira, who fell for each other as teenagers. The two broke up in 2009 after their high school romance and pursued different paths: She went to college, while he joined the U.S. Air Force.
However, when they were both home for the holidays in California in 2015, they reconnected. At the time, he was living in Arizona and she was finishing up school. They dated long-distance for a bit before he relocated to California in 2017 to complete his own studies.
It was one year later when Reckert got the call that her grandparents needed her help in France. Figueira studied abroad in Paris so he was able to join her as she cared for her ailing grandfather. The couple got engaged in March 2020, followed by a wedding that December. By August 2021, Figueira officially moved to France to be with his wife full-time.
Is there a trailer for Castle Impossible Season 2?
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HGTV unveiled its first look at the show’s second season a few days before its May 26 premiere. “Once upon a time, an American couple journeyed to the far, far away land of France on a magical adventure,” a narrator says in the Season 2 sneak peek. “Their quest is to rescue this ancient castle from ruin.”
Reckert notes that keeping the chateau “alive for future generations” is her and Figueira’s goal. However, the couple will run into several renovation challenges while trying to achieve it, such as leaky ceilings, flickering lights, rotting foundation, and fungus.
“Should I be worried?” Reckert asks Figueira over walkie talkie. He reluctantly replies, “Maybe.”
The challenges also come with plenty of positive moments, as the trailer teases first looks at newly-renovated spaces such as a tea room, a tavern, and a library. “Will the fairy tale turn into a horror story?” the narrator asks at the end of the preview. “Or will they live happily ever after?”
What will happen in Castle Impossible Season 2?
The eight-episode season will follow the couple as they continue their work on the 500-year-old chateau, all while expanding their wedding and event businesses. “Daphne and Ian will work on pivotal rooms for their businesses including a honeymoon suite in the dove tower, a tea salon, a dungeon tavern and a library, in addition to restoring the chateau’s gatehouse as a residence for Daphne’s granny,” the season’s official description states. “Throughout the season, the chateau will welcome many special guests including, Daphne’s father, sister and grandmother, as well as Dick and Angel Strawbridge (Escape to the Chateau).”
The description continues, “Along the way, Daphne and Ian will be met with some of their biggest surprises yet including detrimental water leaks, strict budgets, crumbling infrastructure and mold and fungus infestations.”
Where is the castle from Castle Impossible?
The castle is located in Lésigny, France, which is about 12 miles outside of Paris. It sits on 130 acres of land and is 500 years old.
Castle Impossible, Season 2 Premiere, Tuesday, May 26, 9/8c, HGTV
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O
Yes,please have anew season. The couple show a respect for their, family history and grasp of how they can bring this jewel to life
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R
The show was so amazing! Certainly hungry for a second season!
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I love renovation shows! The fact that this one is about renovating a castle makes it more interesting! Also really like the couple! Hope we get a season 2!
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I love this show. Daphne and Ian are fun to watch and together their renovations make a show that is so entertaining to watch.
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O
I think it is a great show. I love their energy and care for this property. They have great chemistry. I hope there will be a season two!!
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C
PLEASE make Season 2!!!! It was so hard waiting for each week’s episode because I loved it!
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C
I really looked forward every week for the show. The work that they put in it was so beautiful and they worked so hard and were so dedicated to finish it. I really hope they return with more room completed. It was so retro look at something southern the Hallmark movies.
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C
I rarely watch reality shows but this one is interesting. If only they could avoid mistakes when ordering supplies.
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We love this show. I appreciate that there is no drama added! They are a likable, talented couple. Please give us more seasons. Great show.
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C
Castle Impossible is the BEST renovation show I have seen on HGTV. We simply must have a season 2. My husband loves it too! Just remember, their are a LOT of rooms to remodel, and we would love to see each one re-furbished. I am sure you would have more eager viewers next year . . . we love the connection between Ian & Daphne . . . they come off as a sweet couple, and I want them to get that castle into tip-top shape. PLEASE re-new this show !!
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C
I loved the show, "Escape to the Chateau" with the English couple and their two children, so I knew that I would love "Castle Impossible". I love seeing the transformation made in each episode. I'm sorry that this season is over, and I certainly hope there will be more to come!
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R
It is the best show on HGTV this year , different and interesting to see how they restore antiques it gave me the incentive to restore an antique chair . Cannot wait to see season 2 please !!!!
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G
Sad to see the season end! It's such a marvelous treat each episode. Season 2 we need you!!!!♡
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G
I would love to see 10 more seasons of this show! And there are enough rooms to do it! Savored every episode and wish there were more. They are so cute together and inspire me to push forward through issues with my own, albeit significantly smaller, reno. lol
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I think they should let them continue there journey love the show can’t wait for new season. Why mess with something the people want to see and enjoyy
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P
This show is one of my favorites for many reasons. First, Daphe and Ian have not fallen prey to the usual entertainment production need to create false drama. The storyline is about the overhaul and history of the chateau. The couple's relationship, for the most part, is kept private. And, that's how I like it. Next, I love history and this show takes you back in time. I can almost see Catherina d'Medici walking the halls. Lastly, the creativity, skill and artistic judgment of this couple keeps my attention squarely focused on the results of their labors. Bravo!....and, more, please.
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I totally agree. The creativity and attention to detail plus the great relationship not only with each other
but with family, and even their main construction guy and vendors earns an A+ from me.
I hope the show gets the viewers it needs for another season.
I know I looked forward to it each week!
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My favorite show, hope its really coming back, I am on the verge of never watching HGTV again, what a joke!
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I am so happy!! TV has a habit of canceling shows that are popular and good entertainment for shows that are garbage.
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I absolutely love this show and can't wait for Season 2! It's so interesting between being in France and the history. Plus the couple has great chemistry and does really nice work. I'd love to see the show continue thru many more renovations, not to mention bringing back the gardens!
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O
Please do more Castle Impossible shows...I want to see more...
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One of few decent programs on TV come back!
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G
I binge-watched this show in a few days! I laughed, and cried with the characters. Not only are they an adorable couple, I fell in love with Tony, too! I really want another season, and I hope Tony comes back, too! Congratulations HGTV! This show is a hit!!
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This show is like the most delicious candy. I want to gorge myself with many many more seasons
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If the couple is willing I would love to see them continue the remodeling. I love the show
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loved the show I hope there is a season 2
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B
I love this show and can't wait for the next season. They are very entertaining even when they're having a hard time with something. They always figure it out and it looks amazing. I'm wondering about the en suite in the Hunter's lodge that you did. Does it have a bathroom attached to it? I really like the idea of making rooms in the Chateau available for the bride and grooms to stay for their honeymoon.
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C
I just started watching the show and have plowed through all the episodes available. Absolutely love this show and hope the network continues to include new seasons. There is so much potential to the show, similar to Clarkson Farm. I’m sure viewers are hoping for more seasons!
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Love the Castle, Love her and him, Love every Story ❤️ 💕 🏰
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I cannot wait to see the new season!
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M
I am so excited about the return of Castle Impossible! I love this show! Please tell us when we can expect its 2026 premiere! Thank you…thank you…for bringing this show back for us all to enjoy!
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L
I loved this show so much, not only is it so amazing to watch them uncover little treasures in the castle but the couple is just so authentic and enjoyable to watch. I can’t wait for season 2!!!!!
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I love this show. It is so interesting. I hope they find the treasure. You two are so talented.
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T
Please bring back castle renovation.….its my favorite show on. HGTV…..so refreshing. Please
bring back the young couple renovating her grandfathers castle. Very special ❤️
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C
This is one of the best shows that I've seen in a long time and I love the way this couple work together and other people work with them. They make their chateau a beautiful home. I am looking forward to seeing a season. 2 of chateau and I can't wait for it to come back on. Please I give my vote bring Castle impossible back on for season 2.
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R
This is one of the best tv shows of this type I have seen.
If the networks don't keep it going they are making a big mistake in there decision.
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O
Can’t wait for season 2. The most enjoyable show ever! When will it come back?!
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Love the show,it's a cross between home improvement and Hallmark love story. Can't wait to see more!!
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B
Really love this show & want it to come back for at least another season possibly more! Daphne & Isn are so creative with their talent, skills and way they can barter to get things done is wonderful. Love how they’re carrying on her grandpas legacy keeping the Castle in the family. It’s beautiful.
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I’m in love with this show & really hope they get another season! Daphne & Ian are real deal trying to keep her granddad’s legacy alive! They’re creative hardworking people & Appauld them for everything they’ve done to this Castle. They’re not phoning it in no tacky phony stuff they’re trying to make it authentic with the period of the original castle!
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C
If they don’t renew this show for season two. They are just STUPID
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One of the better shows on HGTV! Hopefully they will be able to continue to show us the “rest of the story!” PLEASE!!!
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B
love the show. as well as every female I know loves the show. I hope they keep the show on HGTV. Not some of the crappy shows. They have cancelled some of the shows recently. However, before that they cancelled other shows I like. Maybe HGTV should send out surveys or have them available on the website viewers could fill out?
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I LOVE the show. Castle Impossible is one of my favorites. I hope it has at least two or three more seasons!
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Season 2…YES!! Please make it happen!
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Loved the show. Hope it’s renewed for season 2 … and more.
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Definitely the best show on HGTV.
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Love this show! Please make a 2nd Season!
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Please continue with filming
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I would love to see a season 2 and more. look forward to seeing this show.
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This is my all time favorite makeover show. Ease vome back!!!!!!
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B
Great show! Hope they have a season 2 AND MORE!!
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O
Hope there will be a season 2! We enjoyed seeing the castle transformed. There is so much more to do and hope to see it done on HGTV!
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I luv luv luv this show! Please continue with this for as many seasons as it takes until the castle & outbuildings are finished 🙏
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R
I really enjoy this show. My husband even enjoyed the show and this is typically not what he enjoys watching.
Both hosts are a delight to watch. I also enjoy seeing the transformation of the castle and learn about its history. Hhoping they extend it to another season.
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L
Season 2 started in May, you can binge watch it ! Alot of pleasant surprises that you'll love ❤️
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I can’t get enough of this show! It is the only thing I watch on purpose!
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B
Please don't cancel. i love this show as the couple is so appealing and the work is fantastic. Daphne is so calm and approaches everything with an enthusiastic, yet noncrazy optimism. Did they have the baby? And Ian is so cute and eager to help. He has progressed so much in his building skills.
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J
Think Dophne s family should come and live at château as well
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Just found this show and love it. Keep it going as the chateau and family expand!
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Please keep this wonderful program on!! I think it just might be the best program on HGTV!
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B
My husband is not interested in this type of show, bout he loved this series and was excited when I told him season 2 starts next week
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It is coming back! May 2026…. I can’t wait
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F
YAY! I am so glad there will be a Season 2 of Castle Impossible!! Daphne & Ian are adorable and very talented. I can’t wait to see what else they have done with her grandparents castle!!
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T
This was an amazing show. All of the detail work was incredible. Can’t wait until season 2 starts.
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B
I certainly hope the do more of this show instead of some of that super lame crap they air.
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J
It looks like the viewers are not an issue. Very popular show. I hope it comes back.
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J
Me and my family have watched every episode and hope very much for a new season.
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R
I love this show. Why King Louie is actually my ancestor and finding out he stayed & danced there makes me happy.
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More. More, more, more, more.
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G
My whole family loves this show. Can't wait for next season and thenext.
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G
Loved the show. Need another season.
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G
Look up the Beau Chateau on you tube. The tv show is a more focused version of their you tube channel
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O
I followed all the episode of Castle Episode ,very entertaining and I like the chemistry between Daphne and Ian . I was dissapointed that latest episode of renovation or story of the castle was not shown 6/24/2025. Hoping the HGTV production will return the show of Castle Impossible, I`m a watcher from LA California.
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Love the show even if I’m also 73 years old They make such a cute couple.I hope there are more shows!!
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