ITV orders second series of Bristol crime drama 'Gone'

ITV has confirmed that a second series of the psychological crime drama Gone is in production. The announcement follows the first season, which aired earlier in 2026 and centered on the disappearance of a headmaster's wife.

In the upcoming season, Eve Myles reprises her role as Detective Sergeant Annie Cassidy. The new storyline focuses on a case in Bristol involving Ruth Manning, a pediatric surgeon portrayed by Keeley Hawes. According to the network, Manning is concealing a dark truth related to a series of historical crimes.

The first series saw Cassidy investigate the vanishing of Michael Polly's wife, a plot point that shifted focus to David Morrissey's character as the primary suspect. The second series expands on this narrative foundation by introducing a new central suspect and a distinct family dynamic under scrutiny.

Polly Hill, ITV's Director of Drama, attributed the renewal to the strong audience response and the quality of the writing. She noted that creator George Kay would return to write the new scripts. Hill described the second installment as a story about a family unravelling, emphasizing the emotional truth of the plot.

Myles expressed enthusiasm for returning to the role in a statement released alongside the news. She described the project as special and looked forward to exploring new storylines with the cast. The actress specifically mentioned her excitement to work with the returning team.

Social media reactions to the casting news were immediate. Fans highlighted the pairing of Myles and Hawes, who is known for her work on Bodyguard and Line of Duty. Comments on Instagram described the cast combination as a dream team and expressed anticipation for the new season.

The series remains available on ITVX. Early reception for the first season included positive reviews from viewers who praised the writing and performances. The drama is set in Bristol and continues the network's focus on regional crime storytelling.