The BBC has confirmed that its acclaimed crime drama Sherwood will return for a third season. Creator James Graham described it as 'the greatest privilege to tell stories set in and inspired' by his home county of Nottinghamshire.
The second season, inspired by the so-called 'Shottingham' gang wars, received critical acclaim for its portrayal of community division and local government. It also achieved strong viewing figures, with the premiere watched by over 6.5 million people and more than 7.2 million streams of season one on BBC iPlayer since early August.
Graham expressed gratitude to the BBC and producers, stating: 'My biggest appreciation though goes to our audiences and I'm determined to deliver for them in a series 3, which will be a new set of stories, and the continuation – and completion – of some strands I've been dreaming of for some time.'
Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, praised the show as 'one of the all-time great television dramas' and confirmed that Graham's plans for the third chapter are exciting. Star David Morrissey, who plays Ian St Clair, suggested that the new season might explore life under a Labour government, but noted that it would ultimately be up to the creator.
Seasons 1 and 2 of Sherwood are currently available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
