Aidan Turner and Eleanor Tomlinson Return for a Sweeping New Chapter of Passion, Conflict, and Romance

The winds of Cornwall are calling once more. BBC and Amazon Studios have officially announced Poldark 2, set to premiere in 2025, bringing back the beloved historical drama with all the fiery romance, breathtaking landscapes, and gripping social drama that made the original series a global phenomenon. Aidan Turner reprises his iconic role as Ross Poldark, with Eleanor Tomlinson returning as the resilient Demelza, in a story that leaps forward in time to confront a new era of challenges for the Poldark family.

A NEW CHAPTER UNFOLDS

Set a decade after the events of the original series finale, Poldark 2 finds:

✔ A Changing Cornwall: The Industrial Revolution is fully underway, threatening the traditional mining communities and the Poldark family’s livelihood. Ross must navigate new economic realities and powerful industrial rivals.

✔ The Next Generation: The story introduces a grown-up Jeremy and Clowance Poldark, whose own ambitions and romances create new dynamics and conflicts within the family. Jeremy’s idealism clashes with his father’s pragmatism, while Clowance’s independent spirit leads her down an unexpected path.

✔ Old Flames, New Sparks: The complex relationship between Ross and Demelza faces new tests as past acquaintances resurface, including a mysterious figure from Ross’s army days who brings dangerous secrets to Cornwall.

✔ Fresh Antagonists: A powerful London mining corporation, led by a ruthless industrialist (rumored to be played by Charles Dance), threatens to destroy everything the Poldarks have built.

WHY THE RETURN MATTERS

The original Poldark series (2015-2019) captivated millions worldwide by:

• Revolutionizing period drama with its raw emotional intensity and contemporary sensibility

• Featuring one of television’s most compelling romantic partnerships

• Exploring complex social and economic issues alongside personal drama

• Showcasing Cornwall’s dramatic coastline as a character in itself

This new chapter aims to:

• Honor the legacy while exploring timely themes of progress versus tradition

• Introduce the beloved characters to a new generation of viewers

• Deliver the same potent mix of romance, betrayal, and social commentary

BEHIND THE SCENES MAGIC

• Creator: Debbie Horsfield returns as writer and showrunner, ensuring continuity with the original series

• Director: Executive producer Karen Thrussell confirmed that several original directors are returning

• Cinematography: The stunning Cornish coastline returns as a central visual element, with new locations added across Wales and Scotland

• Music: Anne Dudley returns to compose the evocative score

Production Timeline:

• Filming begins: Spring 2024 in Cornwall

• Post-production: Early 2025

• Release: Fall 2025 on BBC One in the UK and Amazon Prime Video globally

Aidan Turner’s Statement:
“Ross Poldark remains one of the most compelling characters I’ve ever played. This new chapter explores him at a different stage of life—still passionate, still rebellious, but facing challenges he never anticipated. It’s wonderful to be returning to Cornwall with this brilliant team.”

WHAT FANS CAN EXPECT

Early production details suggest:

• More intense mining disaster sequences using advanced special effects

• Deeper exploration of the class divide in Regency England

• Complex new characters that challenge the established social order

• The return of fan favorites like Caroline Penvenen and Dwight Enys

Eleanor Tomlinson teased:
“Demelza’s journey is far from over. She’s evolved from the kitchen maid we first met into a formidable woman who understands power and influence—and isn’t afraid to use them to protect her family.”

Poldark 2 promises to be everything fans loved about the original—the sweeping romance, the dramatic conflicts, the stunning visuals—while charting new territory for the characters they’ve grown to love. The mines of Cornwall may be deeper and more dangerous than ever, but the Poldark spirit remains unbreakable.

The adventure continues in 2025.