What's Happening?
The BBC has renewed 'Can You Keep a Secret?' for a second season following its successful debut. The comedy series, starring Dawn French, centers on Debbie Fendon, a grandmother who devises a scheme involving her supposedly deceased husband to secure her family's future. The show has become the BBC's third biggest comedy launch on iPlayer in the past two years, with over 5 million views for its initial episodes. While Paramount+ acquired U.S. rights for the first season, it has not yet committed to the second season. Filming for the new season is set to begin later this year in the West Country.
Why It's Important?
The renewal of 'Can You Keep a Secret?' highlights the BBC's success in producing engaging comedy content that resonates with audiences. The show's strong
performance on iPlayer demonstrates the potential for British comedies to achieve significant viewership, both domestically and internationally. The involvement of Paramount+ in the first season indicates a growing interest in British content from U.S. streaming platforms, which could lead to further collaborations and content acquisitions.
What's Next?
As the second season of 'Can You Keep a Secret?' enters production, viewers can anticipate the return of the main cast and potentially new plot developments. The show's continued success may encourage further investment in British comedy by international platforms like Paramount+. Details regarding the U.S. distribution of the second season remain to be seen, with negotiations likely ongoing between the BBC, CBS Studios, and Paramount+.
