Written by Harry and Jack Williams, series two of the thrilling drama #Baptiste will begin filming in Hungary next month.
Tchéky Karyo will reprise the role of retired police investigator Julien Baptiste. Fiona Shaw (Killing Eve, Fleabag) also joins the cast for a brand-new gripping case which will take viewers into Budapest’s secretive and corrupt underworld.
#BBCOne has commissioned the second series, which will be produced by Two Brothers Pictures in association with all3media international who will handle international sales.
Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama, adds: “I am delighted that Baptiste is returning to BBC One and can’t wait to see Tchéky in action with Fiona Shaw in her new role. Jack and Harry have taken this series into a whole new ominous world which will surprise as well as excite fans.”