Overview

• The BBC confirms filming for the two new series will begin in Greater Manchester later this year.
• The upcoming season will premiere on BBC One and iPlayer next month.
• The 2023 reboot remains one of iPlayer’s most popular titles among under-35 viewers.
• Jason Merrells has been elevated to permanent cast member after reprising his Jack Rimmer role.
• Comedian Jon Richardson joins the cast as the school’s new media studies teacher.