Riot Women to return to screens for second series
Creator Sally Wainwright hopes viewers will "join us on the series two rollercoaster".
www.bbc.co.ukRiot Women is a BBC drama set in West Yorkshire, with a second series confirmed and produced in 2025. The latest updates indicate it was filmed around Hebden Bridge and premiered on BBC platforms in late 2025, with subsequent renewals for season 2 already in place.[2][3][7]
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- Setting and premise: Five menopausal women form a punk rock band to enter a local talent show, exploring friendship and resilience.[3][2]
- Filming location: Primarily around Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, providing a Yorkshire backdrop.[8][2][3]
- Availability: Debuted on BBC iPlayer and aired on BBC One in 2025, with official renewal for a second series announced.[4][2][3]
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent official BBC press release or current streaming availability for your region. Please tell me if you want me to focus on air dates, cast updates, or where to watch.[2][3]