The second series of the revived BBC crime drama Lynley is currently in production. Actor Daniel Mays posted an image of the cast on location as filming for the second series commenced. The revival of Lynley launched at the start of the year, featuring a fresh cast and garnering mixed reactions when it premiered in January.
The series centers on detective partnership DI Tommy Lynley, played by Leo Suter, and DS Barbara Havers, portrayed by Sofia Barclay. The original Lynley series, adapted from Elizabeth George's novels, broadcast from 2001 to 2008. New cast members for the forthcoming series include Deirdre Mullins, Sara Stewart, and Assad Zaman.
I was not aware of the books before I got the audition for the role of Lynley.
According to Daily Express - Showbiz, Leo Sutter described not being aware of the books before auditioning for the role of Lynley. The exact release date for the second series has not been announced. It remains unclear how many episodes it will consist of or what specific plot details will be featured.
Additionally, the roles of the new cast members have not been specified. It is unknown whether the mixed reactions to the revival have impacted production decisions for the second series.