The detective drama left fans hungry for more when it first aired back in 2024 and now the BBC has announced filming for series two is underway15:22, 03 Jun 2026Trailer for crime drama Rebus coming to BBC iPlayerA popular detective series is set to make an epic return to the BBC after a long break and fans are thrilled.‌Adapted from Ian Rankin's bestselling novels, Rebus is a hard-hitting crime drama centring on Detective John Rebus as he confronts organised crime, institutional corruption and the darker side of life in contemporary Edinburgh.‌The BBC recently announced series two on Instagram, with actor Richard Rankin, who plays John Rebus, pictured with a clapperboard.‌The caption read: "Rebus series two has started filming Taking place around Edinburgh and Glasgow in the coming months, the acclaimed drama returns to #iPlayer, BBC One and BBC Scotland in 2027."Richard Rankin is back as Detective John Rebus as the new series explores the links between violent criminals and the professional bourgeois world of law and finance, where police sometimes fear to tread.‌"Joining the cast for Rebus series two are John Michie, Stephen McCole, Emily Barber, Lorne MacFadyen, Conor Berry, Ivan Ivashkin, Olga Safronova, Douglas Russell, Alexis Rodney, Reece Montague and Joshua Haynes."Head to the link in the @BBCPressOffice bio to find out more."Fans of the show, who have often labelled character Rebus as the "best detective", were pleased to learn of the show's comeback, with one Instagram user writing: "Looking forward to the second series, thoroughly enjoyed the first one."‌Another added: "Yessss! Looking forward to seeing it!"Meanwhile, actor Richard said: "There’s a real sense of excitement about stepping back into Rebus’ world. We were incredibly fortunate with the team we assembled for the first series, and it’s a genuine pleasure to be returning alongside so many familiar faces, both in front of and behind the camera.‌"At the same time, we’re welcoming some fantastic new talent this season, and it’s already exciting to see the energy, ideas and depth they’re bringing to the story."What I've always loved about Rebus is that he’s such a richly complex character. He’s fiercely driven, deeply flawed, endlessly determined and often at war with himself. Returning to him, there’s still so much to discover, with many, many layers of the character left to explore. This next chapter promises to challenge him in ways that I’m really looking forward to bringing to life."Article continues belowThe six-part drama, which became available in its entirety on BBC iPlayer in 2024, was met with strong acclaim from reviewers and viewers alike.Its opening episode drew an audience of 6.3 million across all viewing platforms, and the series went on to win three RTS Scotland awards last year, taking honours for Best Drama, Best Writer and Best Director.Rebus season one is on BBC iPlayer now.