Channel 4's biggest drama of 2025 so far, Patience, is set to return for a second season.
The first series, which aired earlier this year, follows autistic Yorkshire Police Criminal Records Officer worker Patience Evans (Ella Maisy Purvis), whose unique crime-solving skills are noticed by DI Bea Metcalf (Laura Fraser). The pair team up to solve a series of complex murders.
Patience's first season averaged 4.2 million viewers, making it the biggest drama of 2025 so far for Channel 4.
It has been confirmed that filming has commenced on a second season, with Purvis returning as Patience and Spaced actor Jessica Hynes joining the cast as DI Frankie Monroe.
Patience season two will run for eight episodes rather than six, but a release date has not yet been announced.
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A synopsis says: "Patience will continue her work in the police criminal records department of City of York Police after establishing herself as an invaluable member of the team, bringing her unique insight into a series of perplexing cases.
"However, when a new boss, Detective Frankie Monroe, brings a very different management style, it proves tricky for them both to navigate.
"Love is also in the air in this series as Patience begins a relationship with a work colleague, Elliot, and the police department gets a makeover with the arrival of a new PR consultant, all whilst tackling intriguing crimes in extraordinary settings such as York Minster."
Speaking about the show's return, Patience actor Purvis said: "The response and popularity of Series 1 was staggering, so I am beyond thrilled to dive back into the world of Patience for a Series 2, especially because we have some brilliant new cases to crack. Buckle up!"
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On joining the cast, Hynes added: "I am thrilled to be joining the cast of Patience as DI Frankie Monroe – I hugely enjoyed the first series as a viewer and looking forward to joining the team for the second series to be in the middle of the action."
Returning cast members for season two include Trying's Nathan Welsh, Smoggie Queens' Mark Benton, Chernobyl's Adrian Rawlins, Doctor Who's Ali Ariaie, and Dodger's Connor Curren.
The ensemble is rounded out by A Real Pain's Liza Sadovy and Gentleman Jack's Tom Lewis.
Jo McGrath, Chief Creative Officer at Eagle Eye Drama, said in a statement: "We’re so proud of Patience’s success in the UK and the extended recommission is a real testament to the quality of our cast and talented crew, guided by our outstanding director Maarten Moerkerke.
"Series 2 promises to be even more action-packed, culminating with a nail-biting hostage storyline and a shocking family revelation for Patience."
Patience season one is available to stream on Channel 4
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