'Devious Maids' get season 2 renewal

Lifetime announced Tuesday that "Devious Maids" has been renewed for a second season.

The channel confirmed that Marc Cherry and Eva Longoria will also return as the shows executive producers for the upcoming 13-episode season.

"One of the most daring series on television, Devious Maids has quickly become a hit," said Rob Sharenow, executive vice president and general manager of Lifetime. "We are very proud of the show and are delighted to continue our partnership with Marc Cherry, Eva Longoria, Sabrina Wind, ABC Studios and Televisa USA. I am thrilled we are bringing Devious Maids back for a second season to lead our scripted slate in 2014."

"Devious Maids" follows the lives of five maids: Ana Ortiz, Dania Ramirez, Roselyn Sanchez, Edy Ganem, and Judy Reyes. The show premiered to 2 million viewers in June of 2013 and its viewership has continue to grow as more episodes are aired. Two weeks ago the show reached its series high as 2.9 million viewers tuned it to watch it.

"Devious Maids" airs Sundays at 10/9c on Lifetime.