BBC series viewers are calling a 'masterpiece' that is 'better than Death in Paradise'. The BBC has confirmed that David Mitchell will return this summer with series two of Ludwig.
Ludwig Returns in Season Two Teaser
The BBC has revealed exciting news about a detective series that fans have declared 'better than Death in Paradise and Vera' - confirming that Series 2 of Ludwig will arrive later this year.
The corporation announced the return of the show, widely praised as a 'masterpiece', in an official statement: 'The UK's most-watched new comedy title since 2018 returns for a second series on BBC iPlayer and BBC One this summer and will pick up with master puzzle-setter and Crime Scene Consultant John 'Ludwig' Taylor (David Mitchell) solving 'impossible' crimes for the Cambridge Police Authority.'
'Anna Maxwell Martin returns as Lucy, John's sister-in-law and wife of his missing brother James - another puzzle that needs solving and a husband and father that needs to be brought home.'
Crime drama enthusiasts were delighted by the announcement, flocking to social media to express their excitement, with one Instagram user writing, 'The best news'.
David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin will be reprising their roles.
'I AM SO READY,' wrote another, while a third commented, 'Oh so so so SO good,' reports the Express.
A further fan enthused, 'Woot! If I could quit my job today and become a puzzle consultant, I absolutely would.'
Since the debut series launched, viewers have been vocal in their praise online, drawing comparisons with other popular detective programmes. Many have argued that it surpasses the likes of Vera, Midsomer Murders, and Death in Paradise.
One Reddit user remarked, 'Hello. Just want to say I really enjoyed this TV show im a big fan of David Mitchell, although I'm not sure we'd agree politically on everything, but this show was great.'
'Sure, it's a little contrived, but it's fun and so much better than Midsomer Murders. Loved the music too, really hope they do a second series.'
Series two of Ludwig will be back later this year.
In another Reddit discussion, one fan drew comparisons with Death in Paradise and Professor T, commenting: 'The revealing of the murderer is the same as Death in Paradise and its spin-offs. I was so confused about how DCI Taylor cracked the case with its complex method. It is so intriguing with the whole puzzle-style of crime solving. The background case involving his twin brother's disappearance is a mystery as well. The whole series is like a combination of Professor T and Numbers (US series).'
Another remarked: 'I got the vibe that the lead detective(both twins) is similar to Professor T, Richard Poole in DIP, and DI Mackenzie Clarke in Return to Paradise(Australia Spin-off).'
A third viewer contributed: 'I think it is actually better than Death in Paradise.'
One person enquired: 'Similar to Vera?' prompting the response: 'Better!'
Article continues below. Series one of Ludwig is available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
