Netflix’s gripping crime thriller Dept. Q has captivated audiences since its debut on May 29, 2025. With its intense plot, stellar cast, and atmospheric Edinburgh setting, fans are eagerly asking: Is Dept. Q Season 2 happening? Here’s everything we know so far.
Overview of Dept. Q Season 1
Dept. Q, based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s bestselling Danish novel series, follows Detective Chief Inspector Carl Morck (Matthew Goode), a brilliant but troubled detective tasked with leading a cold case unit in Edinburgh. After a traumatic shooting that left one officer dead and his partner, James Hardy (Jamie Sives), paralyzed, Morck is relegated to the basement to head Dept. Q—a unit initially set up as a PR stunt. Alongside his team, including Syrian former cop Akram (Alexej Manvelov) and cadet Rose (Leah Byrne), Morck tackles the mysterious disappearance of prosecutor Merritt Lingard (Chloe Pirrie). The nine-episode season, created by Scott Frank (The Queen’s Gambit), has earned praise for its compelling narrative and strong performances, boasting an 8.3/10 on IMDb and 83% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Has Dept. Q Been Renewed for Season 2?
As of June 10, 2025, Netflix has not officially confirmed a second season for Dept. Q. However, there are strong indicators that a renewal is likely. The show’s positive reception, coupled with its rapid rise to Netflix’s Top 10 in 72 countries, suggests it has garnered significant viewership. Creator Scott Frank and lead actor Matthew Goode have both expressed enthusiasm for continuing the series, and the wealth of source material—Adler-Olsen’s 10-book series—provides ample content for future seasons.
Release Date Speculation for Dept. Q Season 2
Without an official renewal, no release date has been confirmed. However, based on Season 1’s production timeline—filming began in early 2024 and premiered in mid-2025—a similar schedule could see Season 2 arrive in late 2026 or early 2027. If production starts in early 2026, a premiere between September 2026 and March 2027 is a plausible option.
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