Will there be an Ellis season 2? Latest news and speculation

Will there be an Ellis season 2? Latest news and speculation

After watching every riveting episode of Ellis on Channel 5, I must say, it has been a rollercoaster ride of suspense and intrigue that left me hooked till the very end. The performances by Sharon D Clarke as the smart and witty DCI Ellis and Andrew Gower as her loyal partner DS Harper were nothing short of exceptional.


After three feature-length episodes, Channel 5’s Ellis is now done and dusted.

The recently premiered detective series on our channel has become incredibly popular, in no small part due to the exceptional acting by leading lady Sharon D Clarke. She successfully portrayed a sharp-witted and humorous detective character.

Accompanied by DS Harper, played by Andrew Gower, they visited several English towns to tackle challenging cases. However, they frequently encountered a frosty response from the local law enforcement agencies.

The intricate storyline filled with unexpected turns and complex criminal investigations left audiences on the edge of their seats, unsure of what would happen next. Will we see more of this gripping series unfold in the future?

In response to questions about potential additional episodes during a series screening, writer Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre stated that “the decision lies with the audience, should they wish to see more.

Read on for everything we know about a potential second season of Ellis so far.

Will there be an Ellis season 2?

Will there be an Ellis season 2? Latest news and speculation

As of now, Channel 5 has not announced a second season of Ellis.

Typically for TV shows, any renewal decision (assuming there will be one) might be announced after the season has ended, so that they can measure viewing numbers and audience response.

On the bright side, hints from the astronomers and scriptwriter suggest that we might see additional episodes of Ellis.

At that screening for the series, I couldn’t help but express my excitement when asked about another season. To Channel 5, I enthusiastically declared, “Bring it on!” As a movie buff, I can’t wait to see what’s next!

Similarly, Andrew Gower added: “Come on, Channel 5, get the gang back together.”

When asked about it, writer Sian Ejiwunmi-Le Berre replied: “Of course, indeed. In essence, whether viewers choose to see more depends on them. However, the concept of Ellis and her character, as well as Harper’s relationship with her, has room for further development.

Ejiwunmi-Le Berre acknowledged that they’ve only just started, further mentioning, “There are many dilapidated towns waiting for repair.

When would a potential Ellis season 2 release?

Should Ellis be renewed for season 2, we’d expect new episodes to be on screens in late 2025.

The series underwent a quick transformation, as filming was completed earlier this year and wrapped up by May.

If the show is renewed in the near future, considering the time needed to write new episodes, we might anticipate a release date around the same time as Season 1’s next year.

What could happen in a potential Ellis season 2?

Will there be an Ellis season 2? Latest news and speculation

In each installment of Ellis, a fresh set of guest actors appear, along with a novel mystery that Ellis (Clarke) and Harper (Gower) work diligently to solve.

It’s likely they would carry on exploring various towns in the UK, assisting local law enforcement with puzzling cases, which in turn, would deepen their professional bond as they get to know each other better.

However, this also introduces a distinct setting and reality, one where the types of murders you might encounter would be specific to such locations.

Clarke expressed her desire for the series to focus on “various rural towns scattered across England.” She went on to say: “Just like Andrew mentioned, urban cities offer a different type of drama. However, by exploring smaller towns, we can showcase more of England’s beauty as well.

In Manchester, and larger urban areas, you’ve established things nicely. It’s beneficial, though, to advocate for our smaller, rural towns too, giving people a broader perspective. This way, we not only stay connected with our roots but continue to evolve as well.

“Those towns play such a huge character to the piece,” Gower added.

In the concluding episode of Ellis’s first season, the duo are seen bonding tightly, toasting following a task successfully accomplished. Yet, there’s also a glimpse into Ellis’s private world.

Grace, her daughter, at last sends a message saying she’ll phone soon, implying there might be opportunities to delve deeper into Ellis’s familial background in future episodes if they materialize.

Who could star in a potential Ellis season 2?

Without Detective Ellis in his usual role, it wouldn’t feel quite right, would it? So, we can certainly expect both Sharon D Clarke and Andrew Gower to return to their leading roles as DCI Ellis and DS Harper once more.

In addition to Ellis, another character who frequently appears in the series is Alison Leighton (also known as Allison Harding, her character from a different show), who happens to be Ellis’s boss at ACC. Consequently, it’s reasonable to anticipate that she will reappear in future episodes as well.

In terms of other actors, since the show focuses on fresh town settings and characters, there could be even more intriguing guest stars to look forward to if additional episodes are produced in the future.

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2024-11-15 01:37