Sherwood season 2 release date confirmed and first trailer revealed
James Graham's acclaimed BBC series returns to delve further into Nottinghamshire's haunting past.
After a two-year wait since season 1, the BBC has finally confirmed when Sherwood will be back on our screens.
The critically acclaimed crime drama will officially return for season 2 on Sunday 25th August at 9pm, while episode 2 will then air on Monday 26th.
Further episodes will follow on Sundays and Mondays.
Following its debut, which captivated over 6 million viewers and received widespread praise, the show is set to continue exploring the deeply rooted tensions of Nottinghamshire's communities.
A first look at the episodes was also unveiled in a new trailer, which reunites fans with characters from season 1 and introduces them to some new major players, while David Morrissey's Ian St Clair warns of a "gathering storm".
You can watch the trailer right here now.
Season 1 was inspired in-part by real events from writer James Graham’s hometown, and portrayed a fractured community grappling with the aftermath of two shocking murders.
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While season 1 was set in the mid-2000s, season 2 catapults us into the present day.
The Sparrows, the local crime clan, return, joined by two new families: the Bottomleys and the Bransons. Expect a tangled web of local gangs, the revival of old rivalries, and storylines filled with revenge and betrayal.
Adding to the tension, there’s a new sheriff in town, fiercely challenging the opening of a controversial new mine, as the clash between economic progress and the enduring echoes of the past reaches its climax.
The new season will be directed by Clio Barnard (Ali & Ava) and Tom George (This Country), with a fantastic cast including the returning Morrissey as DCS Ian St Clair, and Lesley Manville as Julie Jackson.
Viewers can also look forward to a raft of new faces, including Monica Dolan (Mr Bates vs The Post Office), Sharlene Whyte (Small Axe) and David Harewood (Homeland).
The six-episode season will continue to explore the lives of those in Nottinghamshire as they grapple with the ongoing impact of historical events on the present day.
Sherwood Series 2 launches with a Bank Holiday double bill on Sunday 25th August and Monday 26th August, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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