BBC Bosses Confirm Two More Series of Hit Show - Liverpool Echo
The BBC will film Seasons 18 and 19 following strong iPlayer viewership among under-35s and schedule changes after other series ended, extending the reboot's success.
- On Thursday, the BBC confirmed the commissioning of seasons 18 and 19 for Waterloo Road, securing its continuation with two more seasons.
- Since its 2023 reboot, Waterloo Road has remained one of iPlayer’s top titles with under-35s, with its renewal coming amid cancellations of Doctors and River City.
- In Greater Manchester, filming for series 18 and 19 will begin in the coming weeks, with production set to start later this year.
- Joining the reboot, Jon Richardson will take on the role of media studies teacher next month, highlighting the show's collaboration with top comedy talent.
- The two new series will enable continued investment in creative talent in the North of England through curated development programmes that have supported over 40 trainees since 2022.
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