Apple TV’s crime thriller set in London, [Criminal Record](https://tv.apple.com/show/criminal-record/umc.cmc.1sbjeoma6tvxgda6l0h4bb0x3?itscg=30200&itsct=tv_box_link&mttnsubad=umc.cmc.1sbjeoma6tvxgda6l0h4bb0x3&at=1000l3cvR), is making its return next week for another season. Here’s what initial reviews are indicating about Criminal Record season 2.
## Criminal Record season 2 reviews emphasize a strong follow-up
In recent years, Apple has significantly broadened its array of thriller shows. So much so that thrillers have emerged as the predominant genre on Apple TV.
Next week, a renowned crime thriller set in London is back for a new season.
Criminal Record season 2 kicks off **_Wednesday, April 22_** with its opening episode, followed by weekly installments until June 10.
The show features Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo as competing detectives compelled to join forces in an unexpected partnership.
The season 2 trailer for Criminal Record [was released last week](https://9to5mac.com/2026/04/08/apple-tv-unveils-return-of-acclaimed-london-crime-thriller/), showcasing a high-stakes storyline focused on a domestic terrorist organization plotting a bombing.
The inaugural season garnered a solid [90% Rotten Tomatoes rating](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/criminal_record/s01), with critics lauding the two lead performances and the engrossing mystery.
Initial reviews for the upcoming season have been published, and it appears to be another success.
– _[FandomWire](https://fandomwire.com/criminal-record-season-2-review/)_ : “If you enjoyed _Criminal Record_ season 1, you are in for a delightful experience with an even stronger second season.”
– _[The Spool](https://thespool.net/reviews/tv-review-criminal-record-season-2-appletv-cush-jumbo-peter-capaldi/)_: “as engaging as the first season.”
– _[Leisure Byte](https://leisurebyte.com/criminal-record-season-2-review/)_: “Season 2 is more ambitious and successfully achieves its world-building goals.”
If crime thrillers rank among your favorite genres, Apple has [several more distinctive series set to premiere soon](https://9to5mac.com/2026/04/15/apple-tv-has-three-unique-crime-thrillers-premiering-soon-heres-whats-coming/) as detailed here.
Have you watched Criminal Record previously, or are you planning to tune in when the new season premieres? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Apple TV is [offered for $12.99 per month](https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.4000?itscg=30200&itsct=tv%5C_box%5C_link&at=1000l3cvR), or you can access it at a discount through [the Apple One bundle](http://one.apple.com/?at=1000l3cvR&itscg=30200).