Channel 4’s A Woman of Substance, starring Brenda Blethyn, has reportedly been renewed for a second series
The show garnered an impressive 89% Rotten Tomatoes rating, with audiences describing it as ‘absolutely fantastic’.
Following its ‘unexpected but brilliant’ conclusion, Vera star Brenda Blethyn’s ‘captivating’ drama has reportedly secured a second series.
Channel 4’s A Woman of Substance represents a television interpretation of the bestselling novel, regularly cited amongst the “best-selling books of all time”.
Starring Brenda, 80, alongside Outlander’s Jessica Reynolds, the pair embody older and younger versions of the resolute Emma Harte.
The eight-part Channel 4 production traces Emma’s journey from destitute Yorkshire housemaid in the 1900s, seeking retribution after betrayal, before establishing a global commercial empire, reports the Mirror.
Following the show’s ‘unexpected but brilliant’ finale, audiences swiftly called for a second series, and it appears their wishes may be granted.
TV Zone has reported that production for series two is scheduled to commence in November, with transmission on the channel expected in 2027. Channel 4 has yet to verify this information. Channel 4 has been contacted for comment.
A Woman of Substance attracted glowing reviews following its debut, achieving a remarkable 89% Rotten Tomatoes rating.
One viewer commented: “This show was absolutely fantastic! I couldn’t stop watching it, so I managed to catch all eight episodes this Sunday. While I doubt there will be a second season, I genuinely hope there will be!
“The casting is impeccable, and the storyline is captivating. It’s a unique blend of Dynasty, Downton Abbey, and Game of Thrones. The family dynamics are truly intriguing and ruthless!”, adding: “I’m so glad I spent eight hours of my life watching this show, and I hope there will be more to come.”
Another viewer wrote: “Absolutely loved it! As a fan of the books, this series stayed so true to the actual book as it could and it has definitely delivered!”.
A different show watcher said: “Finally a straight forward enjoyable story. Please make series two! Great acting and storyline. A good distraction from the world right now. I want to know what happens next do not leave us waiting too long. Who is the father of the other children and what will happen with Paula? I need to know lol … I might need to get the book.”
While another viewer added: “I really enjoyed this series. Especially as there isn’t much on tv at the moment. I haven’t read any of Barbara Bradford Taylor books. This series was well acted, and I thoroughly enjoyed the acting. The ending was so unexpected but brilliant. Would be good to have a series 2 to see what the older Emma Hart did next after such a shock ending Need more of her books to be on the tv.”
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