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Filming Begins for Expanded Season 2 of Disney+'s 'Rivals'

The hit series returns with a twelve-episode season as cast and crew reunite in the Cotswolds to bring Jilly Cooper's 1980s drama back to life.

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David Tennant holding a rifle in Rivals

Overview

  • Production for Season 2 of 'Rivals' has officially started in the Cotswolds, with Disney+ sharing behind-the-scenes images of the cast in costume.
  • The upcoming season will feature an expanded twelve-episode format, promising deeper character arcs and more intricate storytelling.
  • David Tennant is confirmed to reprise his role as Lord Tony Baddingham, alongside returning cast members Aidan Turner, Alex Hassell, Danny Dyer, and others.
  • The first season of 'Rivals' was a breakout success, earning critical acclaim with a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score and becoming Disney+ UK's most successful general entertainment debut.
  • Creator and executive producer Dame Jilly Cooper expressed excitement about continuing the series, with cast and producers highlighting the show's elevated ambition for its second outing.