Netflix has premiered a new crime drama, praised by viewers as 'Certified Fresh', and there's a pressing need for the studio to commission a second season urgently.
Dept. Q, the crime drama series based on Jussi Adler-Olsen's book series, has left viewers eager for more after its successful premiere on Netflix. Despite no official announcement, there are strong indications that a second season may be on the horizon.
The series, which premiered on May 29, has spent six weeks in Netflix's global top 10 and received positive critical reception. With a 90% audience rating and 87% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, plus an Emmy nomination for its music, the case for renewal is strong[1][3][4].
Matthew Goode, who plays the main character DCI Carl Morck, delivers a highly praised performance[5]. Chloe Pirrie, who portrays Merritt Lingard, also shines as her character's backstory is gradually revealed throughout the series[2].
The show's creators, Scott Frank and Chandni Lakhani, have expressed interest in a second season, discussing potential developments with Collider[6]. If renewed, the series may delve deeper into Akrim's character and his partnership with DCI Morck[7].
However, Netflix has been quicker to renew other crime dramas, such as Untamed, which had higher initial viewership[1]. This gradual popularity of Dept. Q may have delayed a decision regarding a second season.
Despite this, industry observers, the cast, critics, and fans remain optimistic about a renewal announcement in the near future[1][3][4][5]. With ample material from the book series and unresolved storylines from the first season, the narrative case for continuation is strong[3].
As of early August 2025, Netflix has not officially announced a renewal for Dept. Q season 2. Fans continue to express hope that the series won't be cancelled after just one season[1].
[1] - Rotten Tomatoes [2] - Collider [3] - Den of Geek [4] - TV Guide [5] - IndieWire [6] - Collider [7] - Screen Rant
- Dept. Q, the crime drama series that premiered on Netflix and is based on Jussi Adler-Olsen's book series, has spent six weeks in Netflix's global top 10 and received positive critical reception, with a 90% audience rating and 87% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Matthew Goode, who plays the main character DCI Carl Morck in Dept. Q, delivers a highly praised performance, while Chloe Pirrie, who portrays Merritt Lingard, also shines as her character's backstory is gradually revealed throughout the series.
- Netflix has been quicker to renew other crime dramas, such as Untamed, which had higher initial viewership, delaying a decision regarding a second season for Dept. Q.
- Industry observers, the cast, critics, and fans remain optimistic about a renewal announcement in the near future, with ample material from the book series and unresolved storylines from the first season strengthening the narrative case for continuation.
- If renewed, Dept. Q may delve deeper into Akrim's character and his partnership with DCI Morck, as discussed by the show's creators, Scott Frank, and Chandni Lakhani, with Collider.
