How many episodes are in The Gold series 2?
How many episodes are in The Gold series 2?
The Gold season 2 returns to the BBC
The second series of The Gold is set to grace our screens tonight (June 8), marking the comeback of the factual drama that first aired in 2023, reports the Express.
The initial series chronicled the real-life heist at the 1983 Brink's-Mat depot near Heathrow Airport, where a staggering £26 million worth of gold bullion, diamonds and cash were taken.
The Brink's-Mat robbery was the largest bank heist of its time, involving a colourful cast of characters in executing the crime.
For those needing a refresher, the entire first series is available to binge-watch on BBC iPlayer now.
Series two follows the police investigation into recovering the stolen loot after it emerged that only half was retrieved and the rest seemed to disappear into thin air.
Hugh Bonneville as Brian Boyce in The Gold series 2
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How many episodes are in The Gold series 2?
The premiere of series two will also be broadcast this evening on BBC One at 9pm.
The second episode is scheduled to air on Tuesday, June 10 on BBC One at 9pm.
The third episode will be shown on Sunday, June 15 on BBC One at 9pm.
While the fourth episode will be aired on BBC One on June 16 at 9pm.
The BBC has yet to announce the airing dates for the final two episodes.
Tony Brightwell and Nicki Jennings return for The Gold series 2
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The new series sees the return of many cast members, including Hugh Bonneville as detective Brian Boyce, Charlotte Spencer as police officer Nicki Jennings, Emun Elliott as policeman Tony Brightwell, Tom Cullen as John Palmer, Stefanie Martini as John's wife Marnie Palmer and Sam Spruell as Charlie Miller.
Returning cast members to the drama include Peter Davison as Assistant Commissioner Gordon Stewart, Amanda Drew as CS Cath McClean, Silas Carson as Harry Bowman and James Nelson-Joyce as Brian Reader.
Joining the ensemble are newcomers Tom Hughes, Stephen Campbell Moore, Joshua McGuire, Joshua Samuels and Tamsin Topolski.
While The Gold is rooted in real events, certain aspects and characters have been adapted for dramatic effect in the BBC series.
Series creator Neil Forsyth shared his thoughts on the new instalments: "The second and final part of The Gold sees the story of the Brink's-Mat robbery, and everything that stemmed from it, become even more expansive, surprising and international.
The Gold series 2 follows the second half of the stolen goods
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"It has been a real thrill for me to see the scripts brought to life so brilliantly by our director Patrick Harkins, our fantastic cast, and our hard-working crews in the UK and Spain.
"We are delighted with the results and look forward to the series launching later this year."
Forsyth also gave insight into what viewers can expect from the upcoming season, noting that it will not only follow the trail of the remaining gold but also explore the "consequences" that befall various characters.
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He further explained the decision to conclude the show after its second run: "I always saw The Gold as a two series show, following the two halves of the gold, so this will be the final series."
The Gold season 2 is available to stream on BBC iPlayer now
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