Get the latest OK! breaking news on WhatsAppOur community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More infoJoin us on WhatsApp The hit show Ten Pound Poms is making a comeback with an eagerly awaited second series after the first run’s resounding success in 2023. Mark your calendars for Sunday, 9th March as the BBC series is all set to resume its weekly journey through the lives of Brits who swapped post-war Britain for a fresh start in Australia. With a blend of historical facts and fictional flair, the drama comes from the creative mind of writer Danny Brocklehurst. Whetting appetites for the upcoming series, Danny has spilled the beans that viewers can anticipate the arrival of a fresh family on the scene. Yet fans will be delighted that familiar faces from the first series are set to return; we’ll see more of Michelle Keegan dazzling as Kate, alongside Nic English who plays Robbie.
The BBC drama returns on 9 March
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The cast also sees the return of Faye Marsay as Annie, Warren Brown stepping into Terry’s shoes again, and Hattie Hook reprising her role as Pattie. Season two welcomes new talent with Walter Stephen Curry joining as JJ, Emma Hamilton taking on the role of Sheila Anderson, and Leon Ford portraying Bill Anderson. Finn Treacy steps in as Peter, with Sam Delich as Ray, Cheree Cassidy as Marlene, and Rob Collins as Ron, reports Wales Online. Adding to the mix, Travis McMahon will bring life to Ivan, Declan Coyle will portray Stevie, Clare Hughes slips into the character of Birdie, and Marcus Graham takes on Benny Bates. Rounding out the ensemble, Tina Bursill will capture the essence of Mrs Walter with Maya Stange playing Maggie Skinner. Teasing what’s in store, Danny told the BBC about the newcomers: “We had to continue those stories forward and deal with them satisfactorily. But we also wanted to bring in new stories… We meet a new family who kickstart the new story that thrusts you across the next six episodes.”
Michelle Keegan returns as Kate
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Spilling the details on the fresh Skinner clan, he shared: “The Skinners are an Irish family who have travelled to Australia for a new start. The father and one son are mysteriously following on, so we initially only meet Maggie, Ray and Birdie.” He continued, revealing the immediate effect they have on the show’s characters: “The three make an instant impact on our characters, especially Birdie who attracts the eye of young Peter. But soon, the family’s new lives down under are forever changed by an unforeseen event.” The eagerly awaited second season of Ten Pound Poms consists of six hour-long episodes set to be broadcast weekly on BBC One. Ten Pound Poms begins airing on BBC One on Sunday, 9 March at 8pm
