ITV's acclaimed crime drama Gone is returning with a second season – and this time, Keeley Hawes is stepping into the spotlight.
Eve Myles reprises her role as tenacious Detective Sergeant Annie Cassidy as she investigates a new case involving paediatric surgeon Ruth Manning (Hawes).
© Getty ImagesThe first season was a huge hit for ITV, launching on ITVX with 31 million streams, eclipsing all streaming records on the platform. Meanwhile, viewers hailed the series as "gripping" and "one of 2026's standout dramas".
David Morrissey (The Long Shadow, Sherwood) starred in season one as local school headmaster Michael Polly, who becomes the prime suspect in Annie Cassidy's investigation into his wife's disappearance.
© ITVIt's no surprise that the show was a huge success among viewers, given it's penned by acclaimed writer George Kay (War, Hijack, Killing Eve). Plus, the show is inspired by the careers of real detective Julie Mackay, the former DS for Gloucestershire Police, and ITV Crime Correspondent Robert Murphy, who has reported on some of the most complex cases in the West of England.
Keep reading to find out all we know about season two.
What to expect from Gone season 2
Keeley Hawes (The Assassin, Miss Austen) joins the cast of season two as Ruth Manning, a pre-eminent and devoted paediatric surgeon working at Bristol's Makeway Hospital.
She comes into the crosshairs of DS Annie Cassidy when it becomes apparent that, for the greater good of her patients, she could be hiding the dark truth about a series of historical crimes, according to the official synopsis.
© ITVCommenting on the renewal news, Eve Myles said: "I can't wait to get back to Annie! A very special project and character. I'm really excited to explore a new story with a brilliant cast!"
Creator George Kay added: "I'm thrilled to be back in the world of DS Annie Cassidy, played by Eve Myles, who brings such wit and depth to all her roles. This time she'll be trying to find the truth about the character of Ruth Manning, a high-end paediatric surgeon played by the brilliant Keeley Hawes, who I’ve hoped to work with for so long and now finally get the chance."
© ITVWhen will Gone series 2 be released?
ITV has yet to confirm a release date for season two, which will be filmed in Bristol next year. The new season will premiere on ITV and STV and will be available for streaming on ITVX and STV Player.
