Line of Duty 2....Anyone Else..?

[Sprocket.]

Having enjoyed the first series from Jed Mercurio with Lennie James in the lead role and Gina McKee as a villain I waited to see how the second outing would fair.
Imo I enjoyed the opening episode, the cast that make up AC-12 are the three from series one with the brilliant Vicky McClure back at her best. Sat anticipating episode 2.
Not going to post any spoilers, catch it if you can on iPlayer.
BBC2 9 o' clock Wednesdays for the next five weeks.

 

[Sigmund Fraud]

The lead investigator looks just like my 7yo nephew and lacks gravitas. I can't get past that, despite the excellent supporting cast and quite good storylines and script. It must also be said that it owes an enormous debt to The Ghost Squad which did everything this does but better.

 

[Sprocket.]

I missed Ghost Squad.

 

[TheHoodedClaw]

I've just seen the first two episodes of series 2. Really impressed so far. I think Keeley Hawes is giving a tremendous performance.

I've not seen the first series, but I suspect that the reaction to the identity of the protected witness means I should probably catch up before next week. What do you think Sprocket.

 

[urbanfeline]

I never watched the first series, but am getting interested in series two.

I agree that Keely Hawkes is excellent as the character DI Denton.

I enjoyed this week's episode, seeing her turn the tables on her accusers.

She stated that she had always been underestimated and having now seen her deviousness, I cannot make up my mind if she was set up or is a participator in the crime.

Does anyone else have an idea about 'who did it'?

 

[Sprocket.]

I've not seen the first series, but I suspect that the reaction to the identity of the protected witness means I should probably catch up before next week. What do you think Sprocket.

The first series was very good especially the roles played by Lennie James and Gina McKee. But I think you do not have to see the first series to watch the current one, yes, there are parts that show the relationship developing within the team. But I didn't see the first series of The Bridge but thoroughly enjoyed the second and will watch the first at my leisure. I think you can easily do this with Line of Duty.
I am impressed with the ever capable Adrian Dunbar's performance as Ted Hastings.

 

[TheHoodedClaw]

The first series was very good especially the roles played by Lennie James and Gina McKee. But I think you do not have to see the first series to watch the current one, yes, there are parts that show the relationship developing within the team.

I dl-ed the first series and binge-watched it last night I'm glad I did.

 

[urbanfeline]

It is getting rather interesting. I am glad her two colleagues believe now that she had been set up.

 

[Supine]

I just watched s1 and it defo helps to understand the story in s2. not essential though.

I think s2 is one of the best written tv series i've seen recently. Excellent viewing

 

[Ms T]

Am I right in thinking that "Dot" Cotton is well dodgy. I seem to remember something shady from S1 but can't quite think what it was.

 

[belboid]

just got up to date with this - even better than on the first series. The only thing that disconcerted me was how Keeley Hawes' Sargeant looked just like Brendan Rogers.

'Dot' is blates gonna be the other dodgy copper.

 

[uk benzo]

Holy $hit, it was a bloody good episode last night.

 

[yardbird]

I'm surprised that this is only #13 on this thread.
This is a seriously good program.

 

[felixthecat]

I am also loving this. Well written, well acted - one of the best things I've watched in a while

 

[Sigmund Fraud]

just got up to date with this - even better than on the first series.

Just caught the last two and I agree, its on a higher level than S1.

 

[belboid]

Cracking stuff. Dot is now double blates 'The Caddy' - great explanation of where the name came from from Morrisey.

 

[TikkiB]

just watched this weeks. Bloody hell, it's good.

 

[TheHoodedClaw]

I've just realised this is written by Jed Mercurio, of Cardiac Arrest and Bodies fame. Those were another two series that didn't seem to get the acclaim they deserved. Frankly, I can't wait until Wednesday to see the last episode.

 

[belboid]

I wasn't a massive fan of Cardiac Arrest, but Bodies was superb (& I think it did win BAFTAs and whathaveyou's)

 

[Mr Moose]

just got up to date with this - even better than on the first series. The only thing that disconcerted me was how Keeley Hawes' Sargeant looked just like Brendan Rogers.

'Dot' is blates gonna be the other dodgy copper.

I wasn't a massive fan of Cardiac Arrest, but Bodies was superb (& I think it did win BAFTAs and whathaveyou's)

Agree both times. Weirdly like Brendan Rogers.

 

[treelover]

It's superlative, gripping must watch drama, powerful (if sometimes drifting) plot, with fantastic performances, Keeley Hawes is a revelation as dour but dangerous DI Linton and Adrian Dunbar's (Hastings) understated acting is sublime, Mark Bonnar's character as DCC Dryden is arrogant authority personified, Bafta's all round.

 

[Mrs Miggins]

Last one tonight!!
I can't believe Denton is behind it all just to disgrace Dryden...I do hope it does not turn out that way.

Keeley Hawes is a revelation as dour but dangerous DI Denton

I loved it when she clocked her neighbour with the empty wine bottle. And when she smacked DI Fleming behind the garage.
The interrogation of DCC Dryden had me on the edge of my seat last week. I thought it was brilliantly done.

 

[bouncer_the_dog]

I have a theory

Spoiler: potential spoilerish made up theory

• Dot IS the Caddy.
• Ackers WAS dirty.
• The witness IS STILL ALIVE.
• The burnt body was not angry man from series one.
• Dryden did not kill girl.
• 'The Witness' had girl killed to blackmail Dryden.
• Dryden was manipulated into putting Denton in place, but maybe as extra ammunition against her...
• Dot is running a clean up operation.
• Can't figure out if Denton was looking for abducted girl to cover her back.
• On balance I think Denton probably IS a baddie after all...
• Can't wait to find out what happens!!
• Nice to see Neil Morrisey do proper acting..
  
  

 

[treelover]

http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/tvandradioblog/2014/mar/19/line-of-duty-who-did-it-bbc-drama

So, have lots of others..

 

[TheHoodedClaw]

And the entire BBC website goes down at 9:01 pm . Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu....

 

[TikkiB]

That was good..

 

[TheHoodedClaw]

Because I couldn't start watching it till about half nine when iPlayer started working again, a small measure of drink had already been taken. I'll need to watch it again - was Dryden involved in the conspiracy or not, for a start.

 

[TikkiB]

Because I couldn't start watching it till about half nine when iPlayer started working again, a small measure of drink had already been taken. I'll need to watch it again - was Dryden involved in the conspiracy or not, for a start.

can't tell you. Not least because it's a teensy bit complicated.

 

[Sprocket.]

Well that was brilliant. Best drama I have watched so far this year.
Brilliant cast Adrian Dunbar as the stoic Hastings perfect casting and Mark Bonnar as Dryden was in my opinion better than the original choice, Robert Lindsay could have done in the role.
As stated above, a shed load of Baftas here.

 

[rubbershoes]

I was disappointed by the last part.

Why would the oh-so-clever Denton bring the wad of cash back home . Was there any other evidence against her? She'd batted just about everything else back quite well, apart from being a bit wobbly on the tracker