Dept. Q Teases Second Season Amid High Audience Demand

LOS ANGELES, California — Fans eagerly await news of a second season for the crime drama Dept. Q. The series debuted on Netflix on May 29, 2025, starring Matthew Goode as Detective Carl Morck, who oversees a cold case unit in Scotland. The show explores Morck’s attempt to solve the mysterious disappearance of a prosecutor while grappling with the trauma of a shooting that disabled his partner.

Showrunner Scott Frank has expressed his desire for a second season, stating, ‘I’ve got a great idea for a second season,’ which could intertwine a current case with another cold case. His comments suggest active discussions about the show’s continuation are in motion.

Despite the lack of an official announcement, various indicators point to a likely renewal. For example, Netflix submitted Dept. Q for Emmy consideration, a sign that the streaming service is confident in the series’ future. The show has received favorable reviews, boasting a 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.

The series adapts the works of Danish author Jussi Adler-Olsen, whose bestselling novels create a wealth of material for future seasons. While no specific release date for Season 2 has been set, insiders speculate it may premiere in mid-2026.

The next season is anticipated to explore the storyline from Adler-Olsen’s second book, titled The Absent One. This plot centers around a grim double murder connected to an elite boarding school, ensuring a thrilling continuation of Detective Morck’s investigations.