The revived detective drama Bergerac, set and filmed in Jersey, has been added to BBC iPlayer with a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The series is a contemporary reimagining of the iconic Jersey-based crime drama, following troubled detective Jim Bergerac, played by Brassic star Damien Molony.
Series Overview
The original Bergerac aired in the 1980s with John Nettles as the fictional detective. It was revived in 2025, with Damien Molony, 42, taking the lead role. The debut series received outstanding reviews when it aired on U&Drama and Channel 4 in 2025, including a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
A synopsis for the revamped series teases: "Troubled detective Jim Bergerac is forced to confront a troubling past case when a wealthy woman is murdered, pushing him to overcome personal demons and reignite his investigative prowess to navigate family tensions and law enforcement scrutiny." BBC iPlayer adds: "Break the case - before it breaks you. Battling his demons, can Bergerac fight back to be the formidable detective he once was? Damien Molony stars in the iconic role."
Cast and Reception
The show features a star-studded cast including Zoë Wanamaker as Charlie Hungerford, Philip Glenister as Arthur Wakefield, Pippa Haywood as Margaret Heaton, and Robert Gilbert as DI Barnabus 'Barney' Crozier.
Viewers have praised the series. One fan said: "I loved it. I hope there is a season 2." Another wrote: "Loved it. Bergerac is a great character and the actors are all well rounded. Haven't seen the original but judged on its own it's a fantastic free to air crime drama. Hope there is a follow up season." One viewer commented: "Have just binged this and can't wait for the next season!" Another added: "I loved the performances of all the major actors. It is nice to see Damien Molony in a lead role. He does a brilliant job." One fan confessed they were "glued to the box" throughout the series. A fellow fan declared: "It's good to see Damien Maloney in a lead role. I enjoyed the series - better than the original series." Another said: "Absolutely loved this new series of Bergerac."
Where to Watch
Series two of Bergerac dropped earlier this year and is available on U&Drama and Channel 4. The first series is now available to watch on BBC iPlayer, U&Drama, and Channel 4.
