DI Ray Season 2: Release date, cast, plot, and everything we know so far

Maya Sondhi’s police procedural drama is far from over, as the eponymous lady cop is all set to return in DI Ray season 2. Following the dramatic conclusion of season 1, anticipation for the series was at an all-time high among the fans.

With Rachita facing suspension for her romantic entanglement with fellow colleague DCI Martyn Hunter, the stage was certainly set for more intense and gripping developments ahead. This left fans with questions regarding the series’ renewal. However, ITV reignited the enthusiasm by confirming a second season for the crime drama.

The sequel was confirmed by the ITV network in November 2022. DI Ray season 2 is scheduled to premiere on June 16, 2024. Follow along with the article to learn more about DI Ray season 2.

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DI Ray season 2 will release on June 16, 2024

As mentioned earlier, DI Ray season 2 will be released on June 16, 2024, on PBS at 10:00 pm ET. Unlike the first season, the sequel will consist of six episodes. The confirmation of the sequel was a delight for the show’s creator and the lead actress, who expressed excitement for season 2.

In an official statement, Parminder Nagra, who plays Rachita in the series, stated:

"How lovely to have got the response that we did for series one. Thanks to our audience and to ITV and our amazing talented producers Maya Sondhi, Jed Mercurio, Madonna Baptiste, Jimmy Mulville, we get to do it again. We look forward to taking you on another thrilling adventure!"

Joining Nagra, Maya Sondhi added:

"I am so excited to be able to work with Parminder again and all the team at HTM to bring back a series two that goes deeper, darker and twistier than Spaghetti Junction. Thank you so much to ITV1 and the viewers for making it happen."

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Where to watch DI Ray season 2?

For fans in the United States, DI Ray season 2 will be exclusively available on PBS, the only platform to license the streaming rights in the country. In its home country, the United Kingdom, the series will be available on demand on ITVX and BritBox. Unfortunately, the series will not be available for audiences outside the U.S., parts of Canada, Northern Mexico, and the U.K.

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DI Ray season 2 cast

The complete list of major returning cast members in season 2:

• Parminder Nagra as DI Rachita Ray
• Gemma Whelan as DCI Kerry Henderson
• Jamie Bamber as DCI Martyn Hunter
• Sam Baker-Jones as DC Liam Payne
• Maanuv Thiara as PS Tony Khatri
• Jessica Temple as DC Carly Lake
• Ian Puleston-Davies as Supt. Ross Beardsmore
• Steve Oram as DS Clive Bottomley
• Peter Bankolé as DS Kwesi Edmund

Additional cast members who are expected to reprise their roles in the sequel:

• Tamla Kari as Lucy Chapman
• Michael Socha as Dave Chapman
• Patrick Baladi as DI Patrick Holden
• Dinita Gohil as Anita Choudhry
• Naomi Yang as Hiroka McGregor
• Lauren Drummond as Susie Chapman
• Syreeta Kumar as Sharon Mochani
• Witney White as DC Charlene Ellis
• Jamie Bamber as DCI Martyn Hunter
• Taha Rahim as Ravinder 'Rav' Mochani

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Plot summary

Here's how the official logline for the sequel describes what comes next:

"Two months after her suspension from the force, D.I. Rachita Ray returns to homicide to investigate the brutal shooting of a young nurse and the head of a notorious crime syndicate outside a Birmingham hospital. The shooting sends shockwaves throughout the city."

It further continues:

"All signs point to a gangland turf war, but as DI Ray begins to pull at the threads, new evidence comes to light that suggest a far more complex mystery."

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Stay tuned for more news and updates on DI Ray season 2 and all your favorite TV shows and movies as 2024 progresses.