Detective Hegarty and Sergeant Lenker Return: Apple TV Sets Criminal Record Season 2 Premiere Date
- Je-Ree
- 8 hours ago
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London is calling and it is just as gloomy and corrupt as we remembered. Apple TV finally confirmed that the critically acclaimed crime thriller Criminal Record is returning for a second round of moral ambiguity and intense staring matches. Mark your calendars for the Criminal Record Season 2 premiere date on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
A New Case with High Stakes
The upcoming season promises to escalate the tension from a localized cold case to a citywide crisis. According to the official announcement, the story kicks off when a young man is stabbed at a political rally. This tragedy forces our favorite rival officers into another uneasy alliance. However, what begins as a standard hunt for a killer quickly spiraling into a high stakes undercover operation. The duo must now navigate a dangerous Far Right bomb plot threatening the heart of London. It is exactly the kind of gritty, character driven drama that makes this series a standout on the streaming platform.
Powerhouse Performances and New Faces
Academy Award winner Peter Capaldi returns as the weathered and enigmatic Hegarty, while Cush Jumbo reprises her role as the tenacious Lenker. Their chemistry remains the heartbeat of the show, providing a masterclass in passive aggressive policing.
Joining the cast this year are Dustin Demri-Burns and Luca Pasqualino, alongside returning favorites like Shaun Dooley and Stephen Campbell Moore. With Paul Rutman back at the helm as writer, fans can expect the same sharp dialogue and atmospheric tension that defined the debut season.
How to Watch Criminal Record Season 2
The eight episode season will debut its first chapter on April 22, followed by weekly installments every Wednesday through June 10. For those who need a refresher on the tangled web of lies from last year, you can catch up on the entire first season via the Apple TV app.
This second outing looks set to solidify the series as a must watch for anyone who prefers their police procedurals with a heavy side of social commentary and existential dread. Stay tuned to The TV Cave for full recaps and deep dives into every episode as the mystery unfolds.
Are you ready to see Hegarty and Lenker go head to head again or are you still recovering from the Season 1 cliffhanger? Let us know your theories in the comments!