Netflix’s Dept. Q
has sneaked its way into the hearts of crime aficionados with its blend of gnarled mysteries and a detective who was as complicated as the cases he cracks. Set in moody Edinburgh but inspired by Danish novels, the show follows Carl Mørck and his offbeat cold squad exploring sinister secrets. With ten books waiting in the wings and Matthew Goode leading the charge
, the fans’ curiosity is piqued—will this exciting journey receive a season two?
As shadows lengthen over Dept. Q
’s cold cases, whispers stir in the corners of that cluttered basement. The team’s complicated lives hold out the promise of new puzzles
and fresh threats, luring fans inexorably closer to what might await on the other side of the next door.
Two key voices from Dept. Q hint at why season two could be a go
While Dept Q
has not cracked Netflix’s Top 10 like some big hits, it is quietly winning fans and building some serious buzz for season two. Matthew Goode told Deadline
how he was “desperate to do a second season,”
singling out the chemistry of the cast and Leah Byrne as “a revelation.
” He said the show’s strength lies where “writing and talent”
cross paths so perfectly. Meanwhile, Chloe Pirrie told Cosmo
she thinks it would be “really great”
to have another season, sharing more hope that the stories will continue.
Dept Q on Netflix is such a good crime thriller .
Matthew Goode’s acting was next level !
I hope they make season 2 of this series .#DeptQ #DepartmentQ #Netflix pic.twitter.com/KzTdARCO0f— Rishi (@RishJ01) May 30, 2025
Dept Q,
which launched at the end of May, follows detective Carl Mørck as he cracks cold cases with a brilliant but complicated mind. With a strong 94% audience score and praise for its fresh take on crime drama, the cast’s words are feeding fans’ hope to hold tight. While Netflix often takes its time with renewals, Dept. Q
has more than enough reasons that prove it deserves a spot on every watchlist
. The enthusiasm from Goode, Pirrie, and the storylines already weaving together behind the scenes makes it worth waiting for.
The cast is buzzing with excitement, and though Dept Q
season two has not officially been greenlit, creator Scott Frank has hinted at fresh challenges and deeper layers to be revealed in store, dishing out hints of twists and turns that will leave audiences in suspense—while closing in on the secrets.
What mysteries await in Dept Q’s possible second season ?
As reported by Collider, Dept Q
creator Scott Frank teased that season one ends with the team finally dragging themselves out of their “pathetic”
solo lives and locking horns in their stingy “little basement”
— setting the stage for a juicy second season. He hinted at a double whammy of a new cold case mixed with a fresh, current mystery. Frank also suggested the next season might be shorter—around six episodes
—showing he already has a clear plan if Netflix gives the go-ahead.
Dept. Q
IMDB 8.3 / Crime-Drama-Thriller
Carl, a former top-rated detective, is wracked with guilt following an attack that left his partner paralyzed and another policeman dead. On his return to work, Carl is assigned to a cold case that will consume his life. pic.twitter.com/GtmHA93xuC— e! (@ysfrsn) June 6, 2025
Matthew Goode only added to the excitement by highlighting Akram Salim’s story, played by Alexej Manvelov. Meanwhile, the biggest question still hangs in the air- who shot Carl? That cliffhanger has everyone on pins and needles, making season two a must-watch if it happens!
Are you excited about the buzz around Dept. Q’
s season 2? Let us know in the comments!