Crews return to Jersey for Bergerac season two

Bergerac's director said residents would spot more of Jersey's landmarks in the next season

Film crews are back in Jersey shooting scenes for the second season of TV show Bergerac.

The much-loved 1980s crime drama about a troubled detective navigating life, love and complex murder investigations was rebooted earlier this year.

Viewers can expect more twists including potential romantic storylines for key characters and a mystery centred on a Jersey wedding, showrunners said.

Executive producer Brian Constantine said the island remained at the heart of the story.

Brian Constantine said season one attracted 2.4 million viewers across six episodes

Season one attracted 2.4 million viewers across six episodes.

"We were incredibly pleased with the reaction we had… in the industry, that's a very good number," said Constantine.

"Jersey's integral to the story - there is no Bergerac without Jersey and that is why it is so important to be here."

He said he hoped the next season would give the show a "long life" and cement Jersey's reputation on the global stage.

Torin Keeney joined the electrical department as an apprentice and said it had been really informative

Filming this year will also see greater involvement of residents, including 30 supporting artists on set and eight trainees working with crews in partnership with Visit Jersey.

"We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them… it's not just about tourism, it's also about money going back into the economy and giving young people a chance," Constantine added.

Trainee Torin Keeney, who joined the electrical department, said the chance to learn on the job and network had been invaluable.

"It's been really, really informative because you're learning stuff you wouldn't learn anywhere else," he said.

"I've been working with the smoke machine, helping set up lights for both interior and exterior shots, and just trying to be as helpful as I can.

"Everyone is so nice and so friendly… it's one of the best opportunities I could have been given."

Director Joss Agnew described the new season as "like a six-hour movie" with one story arc

Director Joss Agnew said Jersey's landscapes would be showcased more prominently.

"We want to be a bit more obvious. Islanders will spot more landmarks, maybe even some from the original show."

Filming will continue throughout September and crews will also shoot in Devon.

The show is expected to air next year.