'Fortitude' is on the way back.
Sky Atlantic and U.S cable channel Pivot has renewed its Arctic mystery-drama Fortitude for a second season following strong reviews and ratings. Written by Low Winter Sun's Simon Donald, the first season boasted a glittering cast including Stanley Tucci, Michael Gambon and Sofie Grabol.
Stanley Tucci [L] and Sofie Grabol [R] starred in the first season of Fortitude
The first season told the story of a small-town in the Arctic circle rocked by a violent murder. Tucci played Detective Chief Inspector Morton from London's Metropolitan Police, who flies flown to the peaceful close-knit community to investigate.
From the first episode, audiences responded to the incredibly rich world Simon Donald created, where nature and civilization collide with catastrophic results," said Kent Rees, general manager of Pivot. "We're excited to announce that 'Fortitude' will be back for another season of suspense and chaos."
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Zai Bennett, channel director of Sky Atlantic, commented: "Simon Donald created a unique and unsettling story which, week after week, has captivated audiences. I am absolutely delighted that we will be bringing 'Fortitude' back next year with a story that promises to engage, challenge and enthral us all over again."Fortitude is created, written and executive produced by Donald, with Patrick Spence and Frith Tiplady serving as executive producers for Fifty Fathoms and Tiger Aspect and Annie Mensah and Lizie Grayserve for Sky Atlantic. Donald is to write the new 10-part series once again set in the eerie town, though it is not yet known whether Tucci, Gambon, Grabol or any others will return for season 2.
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