"True Detective" is one of the most nominated shows and it's bound to bring home some awards-specifically the lead actor award where both stars, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson were nominated. Those are tough shoes to fill, and they are reportedly taking a chance on Irish actor Colin Farrell.

Proud of their native son, Irish Central has the report:

"Farrell is in talks to join the show that scooped a bunch of Emmy nominations last week, including nods for the stars of the debut season, Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson. The cast will be new for season two, and HBO has made an offer to Farrell to take the reins.

"The two scripts we have ... I hate to jinx it ... they are more exciting than the first season," HBO honcho Michael Lombardo told TV critics in LA last week, adding that the casting announcement would be imminent.

Entertainment Weekly says McConaughey's critically acclaimed turn in 'True Detective' helped build momentum for his Best Actor Oscar win earlier this year for 'Dallas Buyers Club.' The series has a loyal army of followers so it seems like a no-brainer for Colin to sign on the dotted line." It was also pointed out that the second season which features an all new cast and plotline will be based in California, right where Farrell lives.

While IC thought that "True Detective" boosted McConaughey's bid for best actor, most critics have it the other way around. "True Detective" was propelled by the superb acting chops of both their lead stars. Of course, the plot was a killer and the ambience had the audience on the edges on all eight episodes, but most would agree that it would not reach those heights if someone else was cast.

Which is why it is a big concern on who will take the reins in Season 2. Sadly, not everyone is happy with the possibility of Colin Farrell being the protagonist. Indie Wire writes:

"If Farrell is the biggest star of Season 2, it has to be seen as a significant step down from the first season's Oscar-nominated and Oscar-winning leads, even if he can somehow turn in an equally impressive performance."

Farrell is not a bad actor, but he clearly doesn't have the presence of the esteemed duo of their debut season.

There is no final announcement yet. Will Farrell take the challenge or he will he wilt at the gigantic shoes he has to fill?