5 has finally revealed when fans can expect The Hardacres season 2 to land – and there isn’t too long to wait!
The drama, which is based on the novel series by C L Skelton and revolves around the titular family as they navigate their rise from rags to riches during the 1890s, is set to return on Thursday 14 May at 9pm on 5.
Season 2 will follow the Hardacres heading into 1985 as they continue to try and find their feet after rising from poverty to wealth, while also navigating various modern changes in daily life.
There’s also a new enemy for the family to contend with: Lady Imelda Hansen (played by A Very British Scandal’s Michele Dotrice), the mother of their neighbour Emma.
“It’s 1895, and modernity is arriving at Hardacre Hall – bringing with it electricity, new ideas and new relationships,” the official synopsis teases.
It continues: “Hungry for new challenges, Mary champions adult education, while Sam takes steps amid a looming recession to expand the family business. Not least while wondering if Joe is truly ready to take the reins.
“A chance encounter starts an intense romance for Liza. Harry’s passion for education is reignited with the help of a new tutor, and Joe embraces married life with Betsy.”
Returning cast members include Claire Cooper and Liam McMahon, who are reprising their roles as Mary and Sam Hardacre.
Julie Graham will also be back as Mary’s mother, Ma, alongside Adam Little, Shannon Lavelle, and Zak Ford-Williams, who will reprise their roles as the Hardacre children Joe, Liza, and Harry, respectively.
Other returning faces include Holly Sturton, Cathy Belton, Owen Roe, Ingrid Craigie, and Sarah Agha.
Meanwhile, other new additions to the cast alongside Dotrice include Niall McNamee (Saipan) as Edward Blackwood, and Edward Mitchell (Justice League) as Arthur Lewis.
The Hardacres season 2 will premiere on Thursday 14 May at 9pm on 5.
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