SAS Rogue Heroes season 2: Release date, cast and latest news
When will the Rogue Heroes be back?
It's been a long wait, but finally we're about to get the second season of Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight's hit drama SAS Rogue Heroes.
While a first-look trailer was released earlier this year, the season's release date has now also been confirmed, and it's set to be a festive treat as it's arrival is just around the corner.
The show charts the origins of the Special Air Service (aka the SAS), a special commando unit that operated behind enemies during World War II.
The second season will pick up in spring 1943, with the action shifting from Cairo to mainland Europe, as Paddy Mayne (Jack O'Connell) takes control of the SAS following David Stirling’s (Connor Swindells) capture.
“GHQ have cast doubt over the future of the regiment, while the creation of a second unit and an influx of new arrivals make things even more difficult for the men," the official season 2 synopsis reads.
It continues: "Can they prove that the SAS remains essential to the war, wherever it may lead them?"
The BBC previously released a bunch of dramatic first-look images, including one showing cast members O'Connell, Dominic West and Sofia Boutella sat around a dining table (below), and another showing Swindells in action as Stirling (above).
Alongside returning characters, new additions to the cast in season 2 include Con O'Neill (Happy Valley) as British Commander General Montgomery, and Mark Rowley (The Last Kingdom) and Jack Barton (Heartstopper) as new SAS recruits Jock McDiarmid and John Tonkin.
So, when will SAS Rogue Heroes season 2 air on BBC One and will the story of the SAS's actions in World War Two be completed in the new instalment? Read on for everything you need to know about SAS Rogue Heroes season 2.
*WARNING - CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR SAS ROGUE HEROES SEASON 1*
SAS Rogue Heroes season 2 release date
The release date for season 2 has now been confirmed, with all episodes becoming available at 6am on Wednesday 1st January 2025.
The first episode will also air at 9pm on BBC One that evening, with the second episode airing one day later on Thursday 2nd January.
It was confirmed upon the BBC One airing of the first season finale that SAS Rogue Heroes will be back, with a "To Be Continued" card added on to the end of the episode.
The show's creator Steven Knight said of the recommission: "After the roaring success of Rogue Heroes I’m delighted to be embarking on the next chapter of the story. Series two will take the SAS into mainland Europe and will take our heroes to the limits of their endurance."
Meanwhile, Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, said: "The fantastic response and huge iPlayer figures for SAS Rogue Heroes is a testament to Steven Knight’s incredible skill for turning our history into modern, must-see TV.
"BBC viewers have really taken this series to their hearts, and we’re delighted to be working with Steven and Kudos to bring the Rogue Heroes’ exciting next chapter to life."
SAS Rogue Heroes cast – who will return for season 2?
Connor Swindells and Jack O'Connell will be back as David Stirling and Paddy Mayne, as well as Dominic West as Dudley.
Here are the cast and characters returning for SAS Rogue Heroes season 2:
- Connor Swindells as David Stirling
- Jack O’Connell as Paddy Mayne
- Dominic West as Lieutenant Colonel Dudley Wrangel Clarke
- Theo Barklem-Biggs as Reg Seekings
- Corin Silva as Jim Almonds
- Jacob Ifan as Pat Riley
- Jacob McCarthy as Johnny Cooper
- Stuart Campbell as Bill Fraser
- Bobby Schofield as Dave Kershaw
- Sofia Boutella as Eve Mansour
One character that won't be returning will be Alfie Allen after his character, Jock, died in season 1.
Alongside the returning characters, there are a host of new faces joining the cast in season 2, including David's brother Lieutenant Bill Stirling, the founder of the 2SAS regiment, who will be portrayed by Gwilym Lee (The Great).
Other new cast members are as follows:
- Con O'Neill as British Commander General Montgomery
- Mark Rowley as SAS recruit Jock McDiarmid
- Jack Barton as SAS recruit John Tonkin
- Paolo De Vita as TBC
- Anna Manuelli as TBC
- Edward Bennett as TBC
- Matteo Franco as TBC
What will SAS Rogue Heroes season 2 be about?
McCarthy, Reg Seekings played by Theo Barklem-Biggs, Suport actor, Dave Kershaw played by Bobby Schofield, Pat Rile played by Jacob Ifan, Jock McDiarmid played by Mark Rowley and Paddy Mayne played by Jack O'Connell in SAS Rogue Heroes BBC
The show's second season will take place in mainland Europe and "will take our heroes to the limits of their endurance," the BBC previously teased.
The official synopsis for the new season reads: "Spring, 1943. With David Stirling captured and Paddy Mayne now in charge of the SAS, their attention must turn from the conflict in North Africa to mainland Europe.
"But GHQ have cast doubt over the future of the regiment, while the creation of a new unit and a surprise arrival makes things even more difficult for the men.
"Can they prove that the SAS remains essential to the war, wherever it may lead them?"
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Is there a trailer for SAS Rogue Heroes season 2?
Yes, watch below:
SAS Rogue Heroes season 2 will air on BBC One, while season 1 is available on BBC iPlayer now.
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Authors
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.
Molly Moss is a Trends Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest trends across TV, film and more. She has an MA in Newspaper Journalism and has previously written for publications including The Guardian, The Times and The Sun Online.
