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Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'Brilliant' detective drama set to return after smashing TV ratings
After the first series of Ellis was a massive ratings success, Channel 5 have confirmed it'll be back for a second season. Channel 5's hit detective drama Ellis is set for a thrilling second season after a smash-hit first series that premiered last October. Starring Sharon D. Clarke as the formidable FBI agent DCI Ellis, who's drafted in to crack failing investigations, the show quickly became a viewer favourite, pulling in an impressive 2.4 million fans. The three-part whodunit sees the 'tenacious cop' DCI Ellis and her faithful sidekick DS Harper (Andrew Gower), unravel a maze of 'cryptic clues' and a hefty 'complex conspiracy'. Fans were glued to their screens for each episode's lengthy 90-minute adventure which first captivated audiences in October. Bafta-nominated Sharon D. Clarke, couldn't hide her excitement about continuing her role. She said: "I am thrilled to return as DCI Ellis. "The response to the first series was overwhelming, and I am excited to continue this journey with such a talented team, especially with the wonderful Andrew Gower by my side." She added, eagerly anticipating the new mysteries, adding: "Ellis is a character who resonates deeply, and I can't wait for audiences to see what we have in store for her and Harper in series two." Acorn Media Enterprises (Acorn TV), equally enthused, noted: "Ellis was an instant fan-favourite for the Acorn TV audience and met with rave reviews from top critics for its elevated and smart storytelling brought to life by the incomparable Sharon D Clarke and Andrew Gower. "We could not be more excited to dive in on a second season of unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat cases with this dynamic pair." The series has been met with unanimous acclaim from audiences since its debit, reports Surrey Live. One viewer said: "Inspector Ellis is one of the best series of its kind to come along recently. It's serious without being morose or depressing. "It interjects humour sparingly, but perfectly timed. The actors are a natural fit for their roles, and the stories are intriguing without being too complicated." Another fan enthused: "This is one of the best detective shows we have watched for ages and definitely above average and better than my beloved Vera. "Sharon D Clark is superb in the role of Ellis and her sidekick DS Chet Harper is brilliantly played by Andrew Gower to give some humour to the drama." Meanwhile, a third admirer shared: "I think it is truly wonderful that not only is DCI Ellis an extremely strong woman, but an extremely strong Black woman at that. All the other actors are brilliant in the show as well." Ellis is available to watch on My5.
Metro
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
One of the 'best police dramas in years' confirms season 2 return
The widely praised Channel 5 detective series Ellis will return for a second season after proving a huge hit for the newly rebranded network. The three-episode show came out in October 2024 and follows the titular FBI agent, played by Mr Loverman star Sharon D. Clarke, 'parachuted in to resolve failing investigations'. The 'tenacious cop' is drawn into a trail of 'cryptic clues' she is drawn into a 'complex conspiracy' alongside her right-hand man DS Harper (Andrew Gower). The show drew in 2.4 million viewers when it was first released with each episode coming in at a whopping runtime of one hour 30 minutes. The groundbreaking crime drama is also the first black solo female-led detective series in the UK. The Bafta-nominated lead star celebrated the renewal, sharing: 'I am thrilled to return as DCI Ellis. The response to the first series was overwhelming, and I am excited to continue this journey with such a talented team, especially with the wonderful Andrew Gower by my side. 'Ellis is a character who resonates deeply, and I can't wait for audiences to see what we have in store for her and Harper in series two.' And Acorn Media Enterprises (Acorn TV) added: 'Ellis was an instant fan-favourite for the Acorn TV audience and met with rave reviews from top critics for its elevated and smart storytelling brought to life by the incomparable Sharon D Clarke and Andrew Gower. z 'We could not be more excited to dive in on a second season of unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat cases with this dynamic pair.' The series has been met with rave reviews. 'Inspector Ellis is one of the best series of its kind to come along recently. It's serious without being morose or depressing. It interjects humor sparingly, but perfectly timed. The actors are a natural fit for their rolls, and the stories are intriguing without being too complicated,' Laurie Comody praised on Google reviews. 'This is one of the best detective shows we have watched for ages and definitely above average and better than my beloved Vera. Sharon D Clark is superb in the role of Ellis and her sidekick DS Chet Harper is brilliantly played by Andrew Gower to give some humour to the drama,' Stephen Redmond waxed. 'I think it is truly wonderful that not only is DCI Ellis an extremely strong woman, but an extremely strong Black woman at that. All the other actors are brilliant in the show as well,' Bryan Knox praised. In the realm of critic reviews, Radio Times said it was 'the British detective drama that the genre has been crying out for.' It added: 'The show is helmed by Sharon D Clarke [three-time Olivier winner], who effortlessly pours wit, enigma and emotion into her leading role.' The Wall Street Journal said: 'Ellis may be seen by the inept and understaffed as a black female intruder, but her signature is really her grim attitude and, naturally, her near-flawless investigative gifts. 'Ms. Clarke makes her daunting and likeable, no small accomplishment, but the only way the show could survive.' Reflecting on portraying the complicated relationship between the Black British community and the police, Sharon told The Guardian this week: 'The show is based on Merseyside's first black female detective, and I spent a lot of time with her, learning about her experiences. More Trending 'And listen, when Cressida Dick said [in 2020] that there is no institutional racism in the police force … how much of a fool did she look? We have the marks and the scars and the funerals to show that it exists.' She continued that a role like this is 'long overdue'. 'When I started doing television, I would only be seen as a nurse. I played so many that I got to the point where I was like: 'I can't do it any more.' So I removed myself from television and didn't audition,' she said. View More » Ellis is available to stream on 5 now. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: TV fans are completely hooked after just one episode of 'superb' thriller MORE: Anne Robinson: 'I used to tell people on TV they were overweight – I can't anymore' MORE: People are shocked to find out Peppa Pig's first name isn't Peppa
