Overview
- The Queen met cast and crew during active filming of the expanded 12-episode second series, which began in May and is due in 2026.
- She met members of Dame Jilly Cooper’s family in a personal nod to her late friend, who died in October at 88 after a fall.
- Her tour included the costume department’s 1980s designs, with the team showcasing work developed in collaboration with The King’s Foundation.
- Producers outlined regional benefits at Bristol’s The Bottle Yard Studios, including entry-level placements supported through the All Set West program.
- Season one launched in October 2024 as Disney+’s most successful UK general-entertainment premiere, accruing 11 awards and 32 nominations including an International Emmy, with an ensemble led by David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Bella Maclean, Aidan Turner, Nafessa Williams and Danny Dyer.