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Crime Drama Filming Lights Up Liverpool Again
4 Mar
Summary
- BBC crime drama 'This City is Ours' is filming its second series.
- Liverpool's iconic locations are featured in the show.
- The first series garnered significant viewership, averaging 5.8m.
Filming for the second series of the popular BBC crime drama 'This City is Ours' is underway, with Liverpool's vibrant streets and iconic landmarks once again taking center stage. The production continues to utilize the city as its primary filming location, following the success of the first series which averaged an impressive 5.8 million viewers per episode.
This City is Ours' chronicles the intense battle for control within a cocaine-trafficking gang. For the new season, cast and crew have been spotted at several distinctive locations, including the Old School House on Lark Lane, the historic White Hart Pub on Hope Street, and the renowned Vines pub on Lime Street. Filming has also reportedly returned to areas in Wirral, such as Heswall.
Liverpool actor James Nelson-Joyce reprises his role as the leading gang member Michael Kavanagh, alongside Hannah Onslow as his partner Diana Williams. Producer Stephen Butchard aims to capture the essence of his native city, ensuring the second series mirrors the visual appeal of its predecessor. The plot for the upcoming season will directly follow the events that concluded the first series, as confirmed by a BBC spokesperson.
