ITV Quietly Releases Controversial Comedy 'Piglets' Season Two on ITVX
ITV has discreetly dropped the second season of the British comedy Piglets on its streaming platform ITVX, despite ongoing controversy over the show's content and title. The series, which premiered in July 2024 and was quickly renewed, follows six diverse police recruits and their trainers at a police college, led by actors Sarah Parish and Mark Heap.
Controversy and Criticism
The show has faced significant backlash, particularly from the Police Federation of England and Wales, which labelled the title Piglets—derived from the slang term "pig" for police—as highly offensive and insulting. Additionally, the first season garnered multiple Ofcom complaints from viewers, though it attracted 5.6 million views for its initial six episodes.
Cast and New Additions
The ensemble cast includes Callie Cooke, Sam Pote, Sukh Kaur Ojla, Halema Hussain, Abdul Sessay, and Jamie Bisping as the recruits, with Rebecca Humphries, Ukweli Roach, and Ricky Champ in supporting roles. For the second season, The Traitors favourite Maddy Smedley joins the cast, promoting the series on Instagram due to ITV's lack of promotion.
Fan Reception and Praise
Despite the controversy, many viewers have praised Piglets for its humour and character dynamics. On IMDb, fans described it as an absolute riot and a much-needed comedy, with one stating, "I can't recommend this show enough." Others highlighted its silly, fun nature and well-written scripts, calling for more such content on television.
The full second season is now available to binge-watch on ITVX, offering a mix of laughs and contentious themes that continue to spark debate among audiences and critics alike.
