BBC to release gripping Australian crime drama in just a few days

Cliff Notes – BBC to release gripping Australian crime drama in just a few days

• The second season of Black Snow, starring Travis Fimmel, will premiere in the UK on Friday at 9pm on BBC Two, following its successful release in Australia earlier this year.
• Set in 2024, the new season sees Detective James Cormack investigating a missing persons case while also delving into his brother’s disappearance from 1994.
• The series has received positive reviews for its compelling storytelling and cultural authenticity, resonating with contemporary Australian issues.

BBC to release ‘gripping’ Australian crime drama in just a few days

The second season of a ‘moody well made’ Australian crime drama will be released in the UK this week (Picture: Stan)

A crime drama starring Vikings’ Travis Fimmel is set to return to screens very soon.

The first season of Black Snow was released in 2023.

Set in 2019, it followed Detective James Cormack (Fimmel) as he was tasked with investigating the inquiry into the cold case murder of 17-year-old Isabel Baker in 1994 in the fictional Australian town of Ashford.

‘This is a moody, well-made crime drama that forefronts a little-explored area of Australian culture and history, and so definitely worth adding to your queue,’ Flicks wrote in its review.

‘Tightly directed by Sian Davies and Matthew Saville and created with cultural input from the local South Sea Islander community, it’s a hugely compelling mystery,’ ScreenHub shared.

‘It could have been a disaster, but it isn’t. It’s a real breath of fresh air,’ The Age added.

Black Snow sees police detective James Cormack (Travis Fimmel) investigate cold case murders (Picture: Stan)

Meanwhile viewers called it ‘suspenseful’, ‘superb’ and a ‘edge of your seat’ watch.

Now, after the second season was released in Australia in January, the follow-up season will arrive in the UK later this week.

Set in 2024, this time around it sees Cormack investigating the missing persons case of Zoe Jacobs in 2003 in the fictional town of Moorevale whilst also looking into the disappearance of his younger brother in 1994.

After it aired, viewers said season 2 ‘definitely lived up to the high standard of the first season’.

Joining the second season is Class of ‘07’s Megan Smart as Senior Constable Samara Kahlil.

He is best known for playing Ragnar Lothbrok in Vikings (Picture: History Channel/ Bernard Walsh)

Speaking to 9Now recently, she spoke about her excitement at being cast in the series.

‘I loved Season One. I binge-watched it in about two days. It feels like it really showcases real Australians with prevalent problems like the cost-of-living crisis, homelessness, and violence against women. I think it’s come out at an exciting time and will resonate with audiences,’ she said.

In recent months, various Australian crime dramas have been added to streaming services in the UK.

From Rake and Jack Irish to Animal Kingdom and Underbelly, there’s plenty to choose from once you’ve binged Black Snow.

Black Snow is streaming on BBC iPlayer. Season 2 will air on Friday at 9pm on BBC Two.