Thrilling Comeback: Channel 4’s Acclaimed Crime Drama Returns with Exciting Twists
Thrilling Comeback: Channel 4’s Acclaimed Crime Drama Returns with Exciting Twists
Fans of Channel 4’s highly praised crime drama, Patience, are in for a treat as the show makes a triumphant return to our screens. The second season promises to be even more gripping, with an expanded eight-episode run and significant changes that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Major Changes and New Additions
One of the most notable changes is the departure of lead actress Laura Fraser, who played DI Bea Metcalf. In the new season, fans will discover that Bea has moved on to a new job, making way for DI Frankie Monroe, portrayed by the talented Jessica Hynes. This shift in characters is set to bring a fresh dynamic to the show, as Frankie’s approach to working with autistic police archivist Patience Evans (Ella Maisy Purvis) differs significantly from Bea’s.
Love and Action Packed Storylines
While the change in leadership brings a new tension, there’s also a touch of romance in the air for Patience. Channel 4 has confirmed that Patience will develop a relationship with her colleague Elliot Scott, played by Tom Lewis. This new storyline adds a layer of personal development and emotional depth to the character.
Jo McGrath, the chief creative officer at Eagle Eye Drama, has teased that the new season will be more action-packed than ever. Fans can look forward to a nail-biting hostage storyline and a shocking family revelation for Patience, ensuring that the drama remains as compelling as ever.
Fan Reactions and Critical Reviews
The first season of Patience received widespread acclaim from fans. One viewer enthused, “Absolutely brilliant. The acting is first class, haunting photography and superb storylines. It’s the best series I’ve ever watched, and I can’t wait for the next one. Ella Purvis and Laura Fraser effortlessly bounce off each other, and there is a gentleness running throughout.”
Another fan added, “This show has excellent acting, writing, and plotlines. The pace is well done, with just enough suspense and clues intermingled so as to help you try and solve as you watch (if that’s your thing) without giving it away. The characters are well-formed and interesting, and the show does a great job of giving us just the amount of character development we need to enjoy the individual episodes and overall series arc.”
However, the series didn’t entirely land with critics. Lucy Mangan in The Guardian awarded the show a two-star rating, stating, “A preposterous plot and terrible dialogue make for a deeply uninspired detective drama. Its nuance-free take on neurodivergence is embarrassingly clunky.”
Meet the Cast
The series is led by Ella Maisy Purvis, who plays the titular Patience. Like her character, Ella also lives with autism, being diagnosed when she was 17. She will be joined in the show by Jessica Hynes as new officer DI Frankie Monroe. The cast also includes Tom Lewis, Nathan Welsh, Mark Benton, Ali Ariaie, and Adrian Rawlins, ensuring a stellar lineup that promises to deliver outstanding performances.
Don’t miss the return of Patience on Channel 4, where thrilling storylines, compelling characters, and unexpected twists await.
