ITV has announced the continuation of the drama series ‘After the Flood’ with Quay Street Productions embarking on a second installment.
- The series will feature the return of prominent actors including Sophie Rundle and Philip Glenister.
- Filming is scheduled to commence in Greater Manchester and Derbyshire in the upcoming year.
- The drama, penned by Mick Ford, promises to introduce a fresh murder mystery that challenges the characters on personal and professional levels.
- Viewers and critics are eager to see how the story unfolds amid rising environmental tensions present in the plot.
ITV has given the green light for a second series of the acclaimed drama ‘After the Flood,’ produced by Manchester-based Quay Street Productions. The decision aligns with the positive reception garnered by the first series, encouraging the production team to expand the storyline further.
The upcoming series, which retains the principal cast members, will see actors Sophie Rundle, Philip Glenister, Lorraine Ashbourne, Nicholas Gleaves, and Matt Stokoe reprising their roles. Their involvement underscores the commitment to continuity and quality that fans have come to expect.
Filming is set to begin in the iconic English locales of Greater Manchester and Derbyshire. The choice of these settings not only provides a familiar backdrop but also enhances the atmospheric tension of the series, which is integral to its mystery element.
Scripted by Mick Ford, the second series promises to introduce viewers to an intricate murder investigation led by the newly promoted detective, Jo Marshall, played by Rundle. The narrative weaves personal stakes with broader societal issues, such as moorland fires and potential flooding, creating a multi-layered storyline.
‘We are delighted to be making another series of After The Flood following the great response to series 1 from ITV viewers,’ express Executive Producers Nicola Shindler and Richard Fee. Their enthusiasm is matched by ITV’s Drama commissioner, Huw Kennair Jones, who anticipates a thrilling on-screen mystery.
The new series will consist of six episodes, each lasting an hour, maintaining the format that has resonated well with the audiences. Directed by Azhur Saleem, who directs the first three episodes, the production is positioned to capture the suspense and engagement of the first series.
This continuation of ‘After the Flood’ is anticipated to deliver another season of compelling storytelling, merging complex characters and thrilling narratives.
