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Blue Lights season 2: anticipated start, plot, returning and new returning cast

The rookies are back, and they're no longer rookies

Blue Lights season 2 will be on our screens very soon in 2024.

The hit Belfast-set drama returns hot off the back of a critically-acclaimed first season. As Northern Ireland’s biggest drama of 2023, the show received a National Television Award nomination and a season 2 commission before season one even finished airing.

Here’s what you need to know about Blue Lights season 2, including the start date, plot and its new and returning cast.

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Martin McCann as Stevie Neil and Sian Brooke as Grace Ellis wearing police uniform in candid shot
Grace will fight her feelings for fellow officer Stevie in season 2 of Blue Lights (Credit: BBC/Two Cities Television)

What is the plot of Blue Lights season 2?

Set exactly a year after the dramatic conclusion of season 1, Grace, Annie and Tommy are no longer rookies. They face a whole new set of challenges as they mature as police officers.

The fall of the McIntyre gang has opened up a vacuum inside which rival gangs are competing for dominance – making police work more difficult than ever.

When a young loyalist threatens to take over the city, an explosive situation arises. A major gangland feud is in the making, which could have devastating consequences for everyone.

Meanwhile, Tommy takes an interest in intelligence policing, while Grace struggles with her feelings for Stevie.

Seamus O'Hara as Lee Thompson , staring to the right in front of a blurred city
Shadow and Bone star Seamus O’Hara will play new character Lee Thompson (Credit: BBC/Two Cities Television)

Who are the new cast?

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Candid shot of Andi Osho as Sandra Cliff wearing police uniform

Frank Blake as new Constable Shane Bradley, wearing police uniform and standing outside of a car

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Seamys O'Hara and Seana Kerslake as Lee Thompson and Mags


Susan Brett
TV Writer