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The Artful Dodger’ Season 2 Lands on Hulu and Disney+ With Strong Early Praise

The Oliver Twist follow-up advances Jack Dawkins’ story in 1850s Australia with higher stakes and a formidable new inspector.

Overview

  • All eight episodes premiered February 10 on Hulu and Disney+, following a gap of more than two years since the 2023 debut.
  • Early reaction is highly positive, with reports citing a 100% critic and 98% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, based on a limited early sample.
  • Season 2 resumes months after Season 1, with Dodger facing the threat of execution, pursuit by Inspector Boxer, a perilous heist, and strain on his relationship with Lady Belle, alongside a new murder case.
  • Thomas Brodie-Sangster, David Thewlis, and Maia Mitchell return, and Luke Bracey joins as Inspector Henry Boxer, expanding the core ensemble.
  • The season’s ending raises unanswered questions that could set up a continuation, but a third-season renewal has not been announced.