‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ season 2, featuring Emma Myers, set for global release on May 27
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Fans of the hit YA mystery series ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ are gearing up for the return of teenage sleuth Pip, portrayed by Emma Myers, as season 2 premieres globally on May 27, 2026. The series, adapted from Holly Jackson’s bestselling novels, will stream on Netflix internationally, with BBC Three and iPlayer carrying the show in the U.K. and Ireland. In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, ZDFneo will broadcast the new episodes.
Season 2 picks up after Pip and her friend Ravi Singh, played by Zain Iqbal, successfully solved the murder of Andie Bell. With the trial of Max Hastings, portrayed by Henry Ashton, looming, a new mystery emerges when Connor’s brother Jamie, played by Eden H. Davies, goes missing. Pip must race against time to uncover the truth while navigating teenage relationships and secrets in her community.
Myers is joined by a host of newcomers this season, including Misia Butler of ‘Kaos,’ Eden H. Davies from ‘Tell Me Everything,’ and Jack Rowan of ‘Noughts + Crosses’. The series maintains its creative team, with screenwriter Poppy Cogan returning to collaborate with author Holly Jackson on adapting the second book in the series, ‘Bad Blood’. Jackson expressed her excitement for the season, stating she is thrilled to continue writing for Pip’s story while acknowledging the dedication of fans who have supported the series.
Produced by Moonage Pictures, a division of ITV Studios, in co-production with Netflix and ZDFneo, the show continues to showcase high production values, engaging storytelling, and a balance of suspense and character-driven drama. BBC Studios handles global sales for the series.
Emma Myers shared her personal connection to the season, describing the experience as nostalgic and “really special,” highlighting the development of Pip as a character and the deepening of the series’ overarching narrative. Viewers can expect a tight, six-episode run full of suspense, emotional stakes, and intricate plot twists that will appeal to both fans of the books and newcomers to the show.
The release promises to expand the audience of this critically acclaimed adaptation while setting the stage for future seasons. With its combination of gripping mystery, teenage drama, and thoughtful adaptation, ‘A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder’ season 2 is poised to become a must-watch for 2026.