Industry rumours of Bergerac second series

Friday, 4 April 2025 10:00

It seems talk of a second series of Bergerac is premature, with UKTV telling Channel 103 there is no news yet on the show's recommissioning.

Industry website TV Zone UK reported the re-imagining of the eighties detective show that debuted on U and U&Drama earlier this year will be back for another series.

It said, though not officially confirmed, 'production listings state the show is currently in pre-production with filming to commence this summer'.

Pre-production involves script finalisation, casting, and budgeting.

UKTV told Channel 103:

"Bergerac has been one our top performing shows so far this year for our free-streaming service U.

"We would love for the series to return, but there is currently no news to share at this stage."

The re-boot - staring Damien Molony as Jim Bergerac, first aired in late February. Cineworld hosted the Jersey premiere.

WATCH: Meet the stars at the Bergerac premiere

Although reviews were mixed at the time, the exposure for Jersey was positive. The government has invested £1.2m into the project, hoping it will bring more visitors to the island.

Jersey's landscapes were praised by cast and writers alike as a location, with actors agreeing that it 'feels like a character in itself.'

The RadioTimes noted: "The island setting is windswept as much as it’s sun-soaked. Expect plentiful shots of characters gazing broodingly out to sea."

Lead actor Damien Molony told BBC's The One Show:

"The natural beauty of Jersey is mind-blowing..."

"The weather is incredible, you've got beautiful beaches...tiny little harbours, old castles.. it's amazing. I can't believe more things aren't filmed in Jersey."