Vera fans will be delighted to learn that Brenda Blethyn's 'captivating' drama has received a 'huge update'. The gripping drama earned an outstanding 89% Rotten Tomatoes score, with viewers describing it as 'absolutely fantastic'. Now, Vera legend Brenda Blethyn's 'captivating' drama has reportedly been commissioned for a second series following the show's 'unexpected but brilliant' finale.
Channel 4's A Woman of Substance is a television adaptation of the hugely popular novel, frequently ranked amongst the 'best-selling books of all time'. Starring Brenda, 80, alongside Outlander's Jessica Reynolds, the pair portray the older and younger versions of the tenacious Emma Harte. The eight-part Channel 4 drama follows Emma, a poverty-stricken Yorkshire housemaid in the 1900s, as she seeks revenge after being betrayed and goes on to build a global business empire.
Following the show's 'unexpected but brilliant' conclusion, audiences were quick to clamour for a second series — and it now appears their wishes have been granted. TV Zone has claimed that production on series two is due to commence in November, with the broadcaster set to air it in 2027. Channel 4 is yet to officially confirm the news, and has been contacted for comment.
A Woman of Substance was met with widespread acclaim upon its release, achieving an impressive 89% Rotten Tomatoes score. One viewer enthused: 'This show was absolutely fantastic! I couldn't stop watching it, so I managed to catch all eight episodes this Sunday. While I doubt there will be a second season, I genuinely hope there will be! The casting is impeccable, and the storyline is captivating. It's a unique blend of Dynasty, Downton Abbey, and Game of Thrones. The family dynamics are truly intriguing and ruthless!', adding: 'I'm so glad I spent eight hours of my life watching this show, and I hope there will be more to come.'
A further viewer commented: 'Absolutely loved it! As a fan of the books, this series stayed so true to the actual book as it could and it has definitely delivered!'. A separate viewer remarked: 'Finally a straight forward enjoyable story. Please make series two! Great acting and storyline. A good distraction from the world right now. I want to know what happens next do not leave us waiting too long. Who is the father of the other children and what will happen with Paula? I need to know lol ... I might need to get the book.'
While yet another viewer contributed: 'I really enjoyed this series. Especially as there isn't much on tv at the moment. I haven't read any of Barbara Bradford Taylor books. This series was well acted, and I thoroughly enjoyed the acting. The ending was so unexpected but brilliant. Would be good to have a series 2 to see what the older Emma Hart did next after such a shock ending Need more of her books to be on the tv.'
