Bloodlands Series 2: First look at James Nesbitt's BBC crime drama

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Published 30th Aug 2022
Last updated 30th Aug 2022

First look images from Bloodlands season 2 have just dropped, which tease what's to come next in the BBC crime thriller starring James Nesbitt.

The gripping first episode aired in February 2021, and broke records overnight – it was watched by approximately 319,000 people in Northern Ireland alone.

Fans were left reeling after the explosive final episode, with many questions left unanswered.

Bloodlands is written by creator Chris Brandon and executive produced by Jed Mercurio, best known for his award-winning police drama, Line of Duty.

James stars alongside an impressive cast, including Peaky Blinders star Charlene McKenna.

The BBC quickly reassured fans that the drama will return for a second series, which was filmed earlier this year.

When will Bloodlands Series 2 air?

No date has been officially announced for the second series of Bloodlands, but it looks like it might be soon. We'll keep you posted.

Series one of Bloodlands is available to stream on BBC iPlayer.

Bloodlands Series 1 Recap:

The first series followed Belfast-based Detective Tom Brannick, played by Nesbitt, who attempts to uncover the identity of a serial killer known as Goliath, who re-emerged after two decades lying dormant.

Brannick discovers some chilling connections to his own turbulent past along the way.

Check out the first look pics of Bloodlands series 2:

Detective Tom Brannick (JAMES NESBITT) and DS Niamh McGovern (CHARLENE McKENNA) are back on the case in series 2

Victoria Smurfit joins the cast as Olivia Foyle in the second series

Lola Petticrew reprises her role as Tom Brannick's daughter, Izzy

DC Billy 'Birdy' Bird (CHRIS WALLEY) also returns to assist the team in this complex web of lies

Looks like the team return to the shores of Strangford Lough in series 2

Niamh McGovern (CHARLENE McKENNA), Tom Brannick (JAMES NESBITT), Jackie Twomey (LORCAN CRANITCH)

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