Will There Be a Bookish Season 2?
Yes, there will definitely be a Bookish season 2 – the series was renewed by UKTV’s U&Alibi even before season 1 finished airing, which says a lot about the confidence the channel has in Mark Gatiss’ cozy, slightly oddball detective show.
Official announcements from UKTV confirm that Bookish was re‑commissioned for a second six‑episode run, keeping the same basic structure as the first season: two episodes per case, more murders tucked between bookshelves and foggy post‑war London streets.
It’s the kind of early renewal that usually only happens when a broadcaster knows they’ve found a good fit for their audience, and the show’s strong ratings plus that rare 100% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score pretty much sealed the deal.
In terms of timing, season 2 of Bookish is expected to arrive in 2026 in the U.K., with filming already wrapped and cast read‑throughs completed, which Gatiss has happily teased via behind‑the‑scenes posts and channel updates.
For viewers in the U.S., things move a bit slower: because season 1 only debuted on PBS in January 2026, industry reports and TV guides suggest that Bookish season 2 will likely land there sometime in 2027, following the same pattern of delayed international rollout.
The nice part is that almost all the main cast are confirmed to return, Gatiss as Gabriel Book, along with Polly Walker, Elliot Levey, Connor Finch, Blake Harrison and Buket Komur so season 2 isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel, just give fans more of the offbeat, literary crime world they’ve already warmed up to.
Disclaimer
Details about Bookish season 2, including renewal status, release window and cast, are based on current public information and may change with future announcements. Viewers should verify updates via official broadcasters, creators and press releases. This content is for general informational purposes only and not an official production statement.
