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• 2023
• Season 2
• 4 episodes

• Crime/detective
• Drama

Summary

Return of the crime drama starring Adrian Dunbar as retired detective Alex Ridley and Bronagh Waugh as his former protégée, DI Carol Farman.

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Episode 4: The Hollow Tree, Part 2

Summary

Ridley's investigation into the body found in a hollow tree leads him to suspect different men in the victim's life. When another body is found murdered, with links to disgraced ex-copper Jean Dixon, the pressure builds to find the killer.

Review

Jane Rackham

When Tara Dunning (Emily Stott), a young mother with bipolar disorder, goes missing, the whole village of Colden Vale is distraught. Social media is buzzing, search parties are organised and everyone from the pub landlord to the café owner is outraged. It means Alex Ridley (Adrian Dunbar) is brought in once again to help the Copleton police to investigate, but it’s not a straightforward case. Meanwhile there are problems at the jazz club, although not enough to stop Ridley getting up on stage to sing a Richard Hawley song.

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2025-08-10

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rolenameAlex RidleyAdrian DunbarDI Carol FarmanBronagh WaughDCI Paul GoodwinTerence MaynardDr. Wendy NewstoneGeorgie GlenDC Darren LakhanGeorge BukhariGeri FarmanBhavna LimbachiaDr. Samantha LarssonSuzanne PackerJack FarmanTareq Al-JeddalJean DixonElizabeth BerringtonRoss EnderbyKevin Doyle

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rolenameDirectorIsher SahotaWriterJonathan FisherWriterPaul Matthew ThompsonWriterJulia GilbertComposerBen FosterDirector of photographyTony ColdwellEditorJames HeyProduction designerSteven Grainger

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  Episode 8
  
  The Memory Jar, Part 2

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  Episode 7
  
  The Memory Jar, Part 1

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  Episode 6
  
  Fool For Love, Part 2

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  Episode 5
  
  Fool For Love, Part 1

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  Episode 4
  
  The Hollow Tree, Part 2

  Summary

  Ridley's investigation into the body found in a hollow tree leads him to suspect different men in the victim's life. When another body is found murdered, with links to disgraced ex-copper Jean Dixon, the pressure builds to find the killer.

  Review

  Jane Rackham

  When Tara Dunning (Emily Stott), a young mother with bipolar disorder, goes missing, the whole village of Colden Vale is distraught. Social media is buzzing, search parties are organised and everyone from the pub landlord to the café owner is outraged. It means Alex Ridley (Adrian Dunbar) is brought in once again to help the Copleton police to investigate, but it’s not a straightforward case. Meanwhile there are problems at the jazz club, although not enough to stop Ridley getting up on stage to sing a Richard Hawley song.

  Details

  Released on

  2025-08-10

  Languages

  Formats

  Colour

  Credits

  Cast

  rolenameAlex RidleyAdrian DunbarDI Carol FarmanBronagh WaughDCI Paul GoodwinTerence MaynardDr. Wendy NewstoneGeorgie GlenDC Darren LakhanGeorge BukhariGeri FarmanBhavna LimbachiaDr. Samantha LarssonSuzanne PackerJack FarmanTareq Al-JeddalJean DixonElizabeth BerringtonRoss EnderbyKevin Doyle

  Show more

  Crew

  rolenameDirectorIsher SahotaWriterJonathan FisherWriterPaul Matthew ThompsonWriterJulia GilbertComposerBen FosterDirector of photographyTony ColdwellEditorJames HeyProduction designerSteven Grainger

  Show more

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  Episode 4
  
  The Memory Jar

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  Episode 3
  
  The Hollow Tree, Part 1

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  Episode 3
  
  Fool for Love

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  A Sleeping Tiger, Part 2

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  Episode 2
  
  The Hollow Tree

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News & features about Ridley

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  Ridley season 2: Release date and latest news
  
  Will Adrian Dunbar's detective be back on ITV?

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  Ridley season 2 return date finally confirmed by ITV – with an added treat for fans
  
  At long last, we have a UK release date for Ridley season 2.

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  Adrian Dunbar returns for Ridley season 2 as drama gets 4 new episodes
  
  The "singing detective" will return.

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  Adrian Dunbar is “really hoping” to sing again in Ridley season 2
  
  Will the actor be able to show off his pipes again in the ITV drama?

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  Ridley cast: Meet the characters and actors in Adrian Dunbar drama
  
  The star-studded series features real singing from the Line of Duty icon.

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  Line of Duty’s Adrian Dunbar offers another season 7 update - and argues Ridley isn’t a “cosy crime” drama
  
  The Line of Duty star loves nothing more than a good crime drama – and clandestine curry club dates…

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  The Dog Stars review: Ridley's Scott's post-apocalyptic tale is thoughtful rather than spectacular ★★★☆☆
  
  Avid fans of survival thrillers might be left wanting something more propulsive.

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  Ridley Scott confirms plans for long-awaited Alien: Covenant sequel with Michael Fassbender's David
  
  Almost 10 years on, it sounds like there could still be hope.

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  Josh Brolin explains why making The Dog Stars was "terrifying" – and how Ridley Scott convinced him it would be OK
  
  Brolin has a starring role alongside Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley and Guy Pearce in the new post-apocalyptic film.

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  Margaret Qualley reveals what makes Ridley Scott’s The Dog Stars stand out from other post-apocalyptic films
  
  The film hasn't had the most enthusiastic reception from critics.

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  Ridley's Adrian Dunbar reveals how a friend's tragedy is at the heart of police drama
  
  The actor spoke to RadioTimes.com as the ITV detective series returns.

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  Ridley's George Bukhari on stereotypes, colour-blind casting and the need for "complex" South Asian stories
  
  Known for his roles in Ridley and Ordinary Lies, George Bukhari writes about his conscious decision to not feed into "lazy stereotypes" and what kinds of stories he wants to see on TV.

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  Alien: Romulus director on fighting Ridley Scott’s notes: "It’s intimidating"
  
  Fede Álvarez has taken the reins for the seventh entry in the beloved franchise – with Scott serving as a producer.

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  Paul Mescal is starring in Sam Mendes's Beatles movies, Ridley Scott lets slip
  
  It's the second time in a couple of weeks we've had seemingly accidental confirmation of major casting news for the upcoming biopics.

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  Daisy Ridley was terrified of the open ocean before Young Woman and the Sea
  
  The Star Wars star plays the lead role of Trudy Ederle – the first woman to swim across the English Channel – in the new biographical film.

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  Young Woman and the Sea true story: How accurate is Daisy Ridley film?
  
  The film about American swimmer Trudy Ederle is now streaming on Disney Plus.

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  Napoleon review: Ridley Scott's epic is fit for an emperor
  
  The Joaquin Phoenix-starring biopic is occasionally a little general and risks the scorn of historians – but more than makes up for it with sheer cinematic spectacle.

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  Napoleon: Release date, cast and trailer for Ridley Scott's historical epic
  
  Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby star in the film about the notorious military commander.

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  Is ITV's Ridley based on a true story?
  
  The Adrian Dunbar detective drama sees the title character return from retirement.

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  Daisy Ridley to return to Star Wars as three new films confirmed
  
  This is not a drill!

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  Ridley’s Adrian Dunbar weighs in on Ted Hastings comparisons
  
  Dunbar says he gets to bring "more of" himself to Ridley than Line of Duty's Ted.

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  Ridley review: Is Adrian Dunbar's detective series any good?
  
  If you're missing Vera, you might like Ridley.

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  Will there be a second season of Ridley Road?
  
  Sarah Solemani adapted Jo Bloom's Ridley Road for BBC One.

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  Ridley's Adrian Dunbar on his "tragic" and "complicated" new detective
  
  Dunbar spoke about his new role in the upcoming ITV detective drama.

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