Cambridge-filmed Ludwig series two finale airs this week
BBC One’s acclaimed detective series Ludwig is drawing to a close after six episodes.
The second series of the beloved drama, starring comedian David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin, launched in August and has proved a resounding hit with viewers.
Filmed on location in Cambridge, the show follows David’s character, master puzzle-setter John ‘Ludwig’ Taylor, alongside his sister-in-law Lucy, portrayed by Anna. The British mystery drama has been lauded as the “ultimate comfort food” in crime television, making its conclusion all the more bittersweet for devoted fans.
The second series has picked up where the first left off, with Ludwig serving as a Crime Scene Consultant, working alongside DCI Russell Carter (Dipo Ola) to crack “impossible” cases for the Cambridge Police Authority, reports Wales Online.
The sixth and final episode of series two will broadcast on BBC One at 9pm on Thursday, September 24. The synopsis for the finale reads: “A shocking death that strikes close to home leaves John shaken when all avenues point to Joanne Kemper. The clock is ticking, but the Taylors are no closer to understanding how it all fits together.”
“With everything laid out on the table, John and Lucy must place their trust in those around them as the investigation comes to a head. Has Kemper finally made a wrong move? Will Ludwig ensure that justice is served before another life is lost?” With the drama now concluded, BBC bosses have confirmed what will replace Ludwig.
Starting next Thursday, 1 October, The Celebrity Traitors returns with Claudia Winkleman once again at the helm.
Series two will air from 8pm, featuring a fresh lineup of celebrities competing in the ultimate game of detection, trust, and betrayal, vying for a charity cash prize of up to £100,000. The main programme will be followed by The Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked at 9:15pm.
Confirming the scheduling, the BBC announced: “The Celebrity Traitors series two begins on Thursday 1 October 2026 with an extra-long opening episode at 8pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The series airs two nights a week on Thursday and Friday evenings at 8pm.”
The multi-award-winning series boasts a stellar cast this time round, including singer James Blunt, actor Bella Ramsey, comedian Joe Lycett, presenter Maya Jama, and Welsh actor Michael Sheen.
Explaining his decision to take part, Joe Lycett said: “Because – I’m going to say it – it’s the best show on TV. The first series was just such phenomenally good television, and I didn’t think that it could be bettered, and then the celeb series came along. The last episode was beautiful.”
Ludwig will air on BBC One at 9pm on Thursday, September 24.
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