Bergerac Series 2 Premieres Tonight on U&DRAMA with New Cast and Jersey Mystery
The eagerly awaited second series of the reimagined detective drama Bergerac premieres tonight on U and U&DRAMA, with Damien Molony returning as Jim Bergerac to tackle his most complex case yet — the murder of a groom found dead in his hotel room at a wedding reception on the island of Jersey.
The six-part series, which attracted over 2.4 million viewers in its first run, features a stellar new cast including Adrian Edmondson and Lesley Sharp alongside returning favourites Zoë Wanamaker and Robert Gilbert. Filming took place in Jersey and Devon, with the show continuing to showcase the island's stunning landscapes.
Key Developments
The second series picks up 18 months after the first, with Jim Bergerac facing what producers describe as "the most challenging case of his career." The central mystery revolves around the murder of a groom found in his hotel room at a wedding reception, with the entire wedding party coming under suspicion.
Jim must decipher the victim's cryptic last words to solve the case, which unravels old secrets and becomes his most intricate investigation yet. Concurrently, Jim is attempting to move forward in his personal life, cautiously dating after his wife's death, and meeting Nicola (Camilla Beeput), a visitor to Jersey with whom he forms a connection.
Background
The reimagined Bergerac, produced by BlackLight TV in collaboration with Jersey-based Westward Studios, is a contemporary take on the iconic 1980s detective drama originally created by Robert Banks Stewart and starring John Nettles. The show has been praised for its character-led storytelling and its stunning use of Jersey locations.
Adrian Edmondson joins the cast as Nigel, a new romantic interest for Charlie Hungerford (Zoë Wanamaker), while Lesley Sharp plays Monica, mother to Michael and Nicola. The series is written by Toby Whithouse, alongside Ashley Sanders, Emilie Robson, Faebian Averies, and Brian Fillis.
Why It Matters
Bergerac's return is one of the most anticipated British TV events of spring 2026, with the first series having demonstrated that the reimagined format can attract a new generation of viewers while retaining the charm of the original. The show has also been a significant boost for Jersey's tourism industry.
What's Next
All six episodes of Bergerac Series 2 will be available to stream on U, UKTV's free streaming service, from tonight. The series airs weekly on U&DRAMA at 9:00 PM.
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