The Homunculi spirits are set to commune once more.
The BBC has renewed Small Prophets for a second season after the comedy became a breakout hit for the British broadcaster, drawing up to 9.2 million viewers. Apple TV acquired worldwide rights to Season 1 last month.
Created by Mackenzie Crook, star of the UK version of The Office, the show will be promoted from BBC One to BBC Two for Season 2, which will premiere in 2027.
The series stars Pearce Quigley as Manchester resident Michael Sleep, who is still adjusting to life without his partner, Clea, who mysteriously disappeared seven years earlier.
While working in a DIY store, he hatches a plan with his father, Brian (Michael Palin), to create some Homunculi, magical prophesying spirits, in his garden shed.
Along the way, Michael develops an unlikely friendship with Kacey (Lauren Patel), while navigating the demands of his boss Gordon (Crook) and the watchful eyes of nosy neighbours Bev (Sophie Willan) and Clive (Jon Pointing).
Emma Lawson, BBC interim director of comedy, said: “Mackenzie has created a world packed with wonder, magic and unforgettable characters which feels completely unlike anything else on television and we can’t wait to see where the story takes us next.”
Small Prophets is a Treasure Trove Productions and Channel X North production. It is written, created and directed by Crook. The executive producers are Crook and Lisa Thomas for Treasure Trove, and Alan Marke and Jim Reid for Channel X North. Gill Isles is the producer. Sphere Abacus is the international distributor.
Crook said: “The prophets have foretold that series two will be happening next year and, as we know, they are compelled to speak the truth.”
