If you’re a fan of clever whodunits, there’s a brand-new mystery series you’ll want to add to your watchlist. Acorn TV, the home to British mystery hit series like Midsomer Murders and Inspector George Gently, recently introduced its latest crime drama, and it’s proven to be an instant hit. The show, Irish Blood, premiered to rave reviews, debuting with a flawless 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Viewers were equally impressed as the series quickly became the most successful launch in Acorn TV’s history, topping the charts in both viewership and new subscribers within weeks. Starring Clueless icon Alicia Silverstone,Irish Blood wrapped its first season on a high note, but fans can rest easy knowing more mysteries are on the way, as the show has officially been renewed for Season 2.
News of the renewal came just ahead of the Season 1 finale, which aired on September 8. The show centers around Silverstone’s Fiona Fox, an L.A. divorce lawyer who, after receiving a mysterious package from her father, “travels to Ireland to uncover the truth only to find herself entangled in a web of family secrets, lies, and danger.” Viewers have particularly praised its fast-paced nature and intriguing premise as well as the performances of the cast. “It means so much to continue this journey with a character I love,” said Silverstone in a statement. “Thank you to everyone who’s watched and supported, and to the phenomenal Irish crew and actors who made working there such a joy, and to the entire team across this series. We’re so happy to have found a captive audience who enjoyed the ride from beginning to end.”
Irish Blood Season 1 unfolded across 6 hour-long episodes, and the upcoming Season 2 will stick to the same format, but there’s a catch. Fans will need a bit of patience, as filming on Season 2 isn’t scheduled to begin until early 2026. However, the production has promised no further delays, with a studio executive, Rob Fox, noting in a statement that they “can’t wait to get started on season two.” As with the first season, filming will take place in Ireland, where the show is also set, featuring locations including Dublin, County Wicklow, and the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland.
The Team Behind ‘Irish Blood’
In addition to starring, Silverstone also serves as an executive producer on the series, along with Christina Jennings, Scott Garvie, Paul Donovan, among others. Shaftesbury and Deadpan Pictures serve as producers in association with AMC Studios. Irish Blood is directed by Molly McGlynn from scripts written by Aaron Martin, Christina Ray, Mike O’Leary, and John Krizanc. Other cast members on the series include Jason O’Mara (The Good Wife), Wendy Crewson (We Were Liars), Leonardo Taiwo (The Wheel of Time), Dearbhla Molloy (Wild Mountain Thyme), Simone Kirby (His Dark Materials), and Ruth Codd (How to Train Your Dragon).
Check out all six episodes of Irish Blood streaming now on Acorn TV and stay tuned for future updates.
