Everything You Need to Know About The Artful Dodger Series Two Starring David Thewlis

After a agonizing two-year wait, the wiliest duo in Port Victory is back.Disney+ has officially confirmed that The Artful Dodger will return for a second season, with all episodes set to drop on February 10, 2026.

The series, which serves as a high-octane Australian sequel to Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist, reunites Blackpool’s own David Thewlis with Thomas Brodie-Sangster for a sophomore outing that promises more blood, more heists, and even higher stakes.

The Return of the "Slippery" Fagin

David Thewlis’s portrayal of Norbert Fagin was the undisputed heartbeat of the first season. The veteran actor brought a perfect blend of "method" trickery and paternal warmth to the role of the master thief.

In series two, Fagin remains as manipulative as ever. While Jack Dawkins (Brodie-Sangster) attempts to balance his life as a respected surgeon with a looming date with the hangman’s noose, Fagin is right there to drag him back into the underworld. Thewlis has teased that Fagin has "a trick or two up his sleeve" to help Jack avoid the gallows—though, in typical Fagin fashion, it will likely come at a steep price.

Where We Pick Up: Life on the Line

Season two picks up six months after the emotionally charged cliffhanger of the first finale.The central conflict revolves around Jack’s precarious position:

• The Noose: Jack is a wanted man, and his double life is becoming impossible to maintain.

• The Law: A new antagonist enters the fray in the form of Inspector Henry Boxer (played by Elvis star Luke Bracey), a lawman determined to clean up Port Victory.

• The Love: Jack’s relationship with Lady Belle Fox (Maia Mitchell) is under fire as she fights to become the colony’s first female surgeon while navigating the danger Jack brings to her door.

New Faces and Fan Favorites

Alongside the core trio, the supporting cast is expanding for the new season. Joining the ranks are:

• Luke Bracey as Inspector Henry Boxer.

• Jeremy Sims as Uncle Dickie, the Governor’s rakish older brother.

• Zac Burgess as the handsome and mysterious Phineas Golden.

Returning favorites include Tim Minchin as the sour-faced Darius Cracksworth and Susie Porter as the formidable Lady Jane Fox, who remains a thorn in Jack and Belle's side.

Why It’s a Must-Watch

The Artful Dodger has carved out a unique niche by mixing gruesome 1850s medical procedures with fast-paced heist adventure. It’s a tonally daring show that moves to a modern soundtrack (the new season reportedly features tracks like Blur’s "Song 2") while maintaining its period charm.

For fans of David Thewlis, series two offers another chance to see a master thespian having the absolute time of his life. His chemistry with Brodie-Sangster remains the show’s greatest asset, providing a "father-son" dynamic that is as touching as it is treacherous.

The Artful Dodger Season 2 premieres February 10, 2026, on Disney+ (and Hulu in the US).

Source - https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/news/people/blackpool-star-david-thewlis-new-series-explainer-5503103

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