Get ready for a gripping return to the dark and twisted world of The Crow Girl, as Paramount+ U.K. & Ireland officially confirms Season 2 of the hit drama starring the incomparable Eve Myles (Hijack, Cold Water, Keeping Faith). But here’s where it gets controversial: Can the series maintain its chilling intensity while unraveling even more complex mysteries? Fans are about to find out.
Based on the internationally acclaimed novels by Erik Axl Sund—the pseudonym of Swedish authors Jerker Eriksson and Håkan Axlander Sundquist—the show has already left audiences on the edge of their seats. And this is the part most people miss: the intricate psychological layers that set it apart from typical crime dramas. Season 2 promises to dive even deeper into the minds of its characters, with filming set to begin in Bristol later this year, courtesy of Buccaneer Media (In Flight, The Burning Girls, Marcella).
Picking up right where Season 1 left off, the story follows Bristol Police Detective Jeanette Kilburn, whose life is in turmoil. Fresh from ending her marriage, she wakes up beside the enigmatic psychologist Dr. Sophia Craven. But there’s no time for introspection—Jeanette’s investigation into the murders of young male asylum seekers takes a jaw-dropping turn. A mummified body hidden in a church wall and another discovered in a freezer reveal a chilling connection that threatens to upend everything she thought she knew. As Jeanette digs deeper, Sophia grows suspicious of her former patient, Victoria Burkeman, a volatile figure with a history of violence. Here’s the twist: Sophia begins to suspect Victoria is far more connected to the case than anyone realizes, while Jeanette must confront the horrifying possibility that the killer is closer than she ever imagined.
Joining Myles in this thrilling return are fan favorites Katherine Kelly (Mr Bates vs The Post Office, The Long Shadow), Clara Rugaard (Black Mirror, The Rising), and Victoria Hamilton (The Crown, COBRA), with new cast members set to join the fray. Behind the scenes, the powerhouse team includes executive producers Buccaneer CEO Tony Wood, screenwriter Milly Thomas, and music icon Slash, alongside Myles, Federico Ambrosini, Niclas Salomonsson, and Sund. Charles Martin will direct, with Debs Pisani producing, and ITV Studios handling distribution.
Commissioned by Sebastian Cardwell, deputy chief content officer, and Paul Testar, commissioning editor, for Paramount+ U.K. & Ireland, the new season has already generated buzz. “The first season captivated audiences with its bold storytelling and standout performances,” Cardwell remarked. “We can’t wait to see where the team takes the story next.” Wood added, “Returning to the world of Jeanette, Sophia, and Victoria is a real thrill. It’s a drama that stretches character and bends time—I’m absolutely delighted to be back.”
Now, here’s the question that’ll spark debate: With the stakes higher than ever, can The Crow Girl Season 2 surpass the original’s chilling impact, or will it fall into the trap of overcomplicating its narrative? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—are you team Jeanette, Sophia, or Victoria? And which direction do you hope the story takes next?
