The comedy-adventure series, which stars Noel Fielding in the title role, was a hit with both viewers and critics, while we have been told that season 2 "promises another round of fantastical adventures for Dick Turpin with a host of great British comedy talent to star".
The series, set in the 18th century, follows Dick as he sets out on a journey of wildly absurd escapades when he’s made the reluctant leader of a band of outlaws. Together with his gang of lovable rogues, he rides the highs and lows of his new endeavours, including a brush with celebrity.
While the cast for season 2 beyond Fielding has not yet been announced, the first season starred Duayne Boachie, Ellie White, Marc Wootton, Dolly Wells, Mark Heap, Geoff McGivern, Joe Wilkinson, Kiri Flaherty, Hugh Bonneville, Asim Chaudhry and Tamsin Greig.
Dick Turpin and his gang. Apple TV
Fielding previously described the show as "a return to British comedy in line with Monty Python, Spike Milligan, Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Vic Reeves, Chris Morris".
He continued: "Obviously, The Office is amazing and I love The Office, but I guess that spawned millions of other shows that were like that – very real and awkward. And this is much more visual and whimsical and joyful."
Other comedy shows to have come from Apple TV+ have included Ted Lasso, Shrinking, Trying, Loot, Palm Royale, Platonic, Mythic Quest and Land of Women, the latter of which is still currently airing its first season.
James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
