The Pact season 2: Release date, cast and latest news for BBC drama
Everything we know so far about season 2 of the BBC One crime thriller.
BBC One thriller The Pact hit big when it arrived on screens last year, and now the show is returning - but in a very different form.
The new season will see the series tell a whole new story with a brand-new cast, with the few remaining factors being the Welsh setting, a focus on secrets and lies and returning series creator Pete McTighe.
The season will also see the return of Rakie Ayola, who appeared in the first season but will be playing an entirely different character in this new run.
The cast also includes Elizabeth Berrington (The Nevers), Lisa Palfrey (Line of Duty), Christian Patterson (In My Skin), Matthew Gravelle (Keeping Faith), Aaron Anthony (Behind Her Eyes) and Jacob Ifan (A Discovery of Witches).
Ayola previously teased the potential for additional seasons of the show, telling Digital Spy: "If you think about it, you could have a series where the world blows up and there's nothing left except a blade of grass and if someone wanted to get 17 years out of it, they could.
"But as it is... it's so beautifully formed. So you never know. We shouldn't jinx it. These six episodes are worth investing in because they are fantastic and there really is a story that goes from A to Z."
Teasingly, Rakie also stated, "We might be here in 20 years talking about it. Who knows?" Read on for everything you need to know about The Pact season 2.
Will there be a second season of The Pact on BBC One?
A second season of The Pact, featuring a brand new story and cast, was confirmed earlier this year, with the show becoming an anthology about secrets and their destructive power.
Returning star and executive producer Rakie Ayola said in a statement: "I'm thrilled to be working again with Little Door and BBC Wales leading this talented cast to bring Pete's wonderfully mysterious story to life.
"As an Exec Producer on this series, it's hugely important to me to see the wealth of opportunity this production is offering both to established talent and those new to the industry both behind and in front of camera."
The show's creator Pete McTighe is best known outside of The Pact for his work on Doctor Who, for which he recently said he has "dozens" more ideas.
When will The Pact season 2 be released on BBC One?
The Pact season 2 will officially arrive on BBC One on Monday, 24th October at 9pm. The episodes will then all be available to watch as a box set on BBC iPlayer following the premiere.
The six-parter will tell a suspenseful and emotional story featuring the return of BAFTA-winning actress Rakie Ayola, who takes centre stage while she also serves as executive producer.
The Pact cast - Who is starring in season 2?
Rakie Ayola, who starred in the first season, is playing a wholly new character here, and is joined by a new cast including Elizabeth Berrington (The Nevers), Lisa Palfrey (Chloe, Line of Duty), Christian Patterson (Mr Selfridge, In My Skin), Matthew Gravelle (Broadchurch, Keeping Faith), Aaron Anthony (Behind Her Eyes) and Jacob Ifan (Bang, A Discovery of Witches).
Rising stars Jordan Wilks (Freshers), and Welsh talent including Lloyd Everitt (Casualty, The Deceived) Mali Ann Rees (Tourist Trap, Hidden) complete the line-up.
The original cast included Laura Fraser, Julie Hesmondhalgh Jason Hughes, Eiry Thomas, Helen Gwynn and Abbie Hern, none of whom are returning for season 2.
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What is The Pact season 2 about?
The Pact season 2 will see creator Pete McTighe return to tell a wholly new story, while the other big returnee is actress Rakie Ayola.
Here she will be playing a different character than in season 1, as the new run of episodes follows Ayola's social worker Christine, and explores how her family's loyalties are tested when they’re confronted by a stranger. Christine’s family including oldest son Will (Lloyd Everitt), youngest son Jamie (Aaron Anthony) and daughter Megan (Mali Ann Rees), are trying to get on with their lives after the recent tragic death of their brother Liam.
Their lives begin to unravel when a stranger, Connor (Jordan Wilks), arrives in town claiming a connection that nobody could have imagined. As buried secrets come to light, they must consider who they are and grapple with morality and divided loyalty. As their lives spiral out of control, a terrible pact may be all that can save them.
The Pact season 2 trailer
You can watch the full trailer for The Pact season 2 right here now.
The Pact season 2 returns to BBC One on Monday, 24th October at 9pm. If you’re looking for more to watch, take a look at the rest of our Drama coverage, or check out our TV Guide.The latest issue of Radio Times magazine is released on sale now – subscribe now and get the next 12 issues for only £1. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast.
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Patrick Cremona is the Senior Film Writer at Radio Times, and looks after all the latest film releases both in cinemas and on streaming. He has been with the website since October 2019, and in that time has interviewed a host of big name stars and reviewed a diverse range of movies.
