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Detective Ellis Returns: Stunning Irish Landscapes Set the Scene
11 Mar
Summary
- DCI Ellis and DS Harper tackle flawed investigations in Northern England.
- Filming for the new season took place across Northern Ireland.
- Viewers can expect more cases, twists, and beautiful scenery this season.
The acclaimed detective drama Ellis returns to Channel 5 for its second season, with Sharon D Clarke reprising her role as the determined DCI Ellis. Alongside DS Harper, played by Andrew Gower, they will confront failing investigations throughout the north of England. The new season will journey from a rural village to an industrial site, uncovering hidden secrets and exploitation.
Although set in Northern England, the production of Ellis series two actually took place in Northern Ireland. Sharon D Clarke described the filming locations as even more beautiful than the first season, teasing that audiences should expect "more joy, more twists, more turns, more cases, more beautiful locations." Andrew Gower praised the diverse Northern Irish landscape for providing an ideal backdrop for each episode.
Specific filming locations included Slemish Mountain and the coastal village of Glenarm for early episodes. Industrial scenes were captured at a site near Belfast, with Downpatrick and Drumaness serving as key settings. Both actors highlighted the stunning natural beauty and logistical advantages of filming in Northern Ireland, contributing to the show's unique visual appeal and immersive storytelling.
