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Season 2 – The Artful Dodger

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In the 1850s Australia, 15 years after the events of Oliver Twist, Jack Dawkins' past returns to haunt him as he moves back to the world of crime after leaving behind pick-pocketing to become a surgeon.
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The Artful Dodger — Season 2

Critics Reviews

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Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) Mar 3
3/5
Energy overwhelms observation, which is fine unless you’re a stickler for historic detail. Go to Full Review
Sarah Dempster Guardian Feb 10
3/5
Huzzah for the pace and the balls. But boohoo for those who, having hoped for more than merely a louder re-tread of the first series, may now find themselves, as Fagin grumbles at one point, “a bit bleedin’ put out”. Go to Full Review
Revati Gelda Tell-Tale TV Feb 13
3.5/5
Season 2 confirms the show is at its best when the focus is on Jack Dawkins and Lady Belle Fox’s feverish romance. Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider Feb 11
While we still think The Artful Dodger is still a fun watch, we’re wary about the second season making jumping through story hoops to make sure Jack and Belle stay apart. Go to Full Review
Gissane Sophia Lady Geeks Media Feb 11
Season 2 is grittier, messier, and more thought-provoking, all while delivering the most deliciously intoxicating romance. Go to Full Review
Shelby Elpers Fangirlish Feb 10
The Artful Dodger uses those familiar threads to explore different sides of the characters and Port Victory. Go to Full Review
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Audience Reviews

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SUSAN W. @kaiagirl22 5d Loved season 1 and season 2 is even better. Excellent cast with an entertaining story line great writing. Really hope there is a season 3!!! See more Ricardo R. @RickEnOfficial Mar 19 One of the best shows Disney has done See more Alex C @AJC8907 Mar 18 As fantastic as season 1 was, season 2 might be even better. Such an interesting story and characters with top acting and directing. There isn't a subpar performer in the cast but Maia Mitchell and Thomas Brodie-Sangster are exceptional as the leads, and of course David Thewlis brings Fagin to life in a way very few people could. The show manages to make the familiar Dickensian tropes feel fresh and original. There's even (what feels to me like) a wonderful nod to Bridgerton earlier in the season. It was done fantastically and subtly. The lavish and colorful costumes deserve high praise. It would be an absolute crime against quality television if this didn't get renewed for a 3rd season! See more Sahejleen K @RT42047149 Mar 18 love this show!!! NEEEED season 3 See more Tab K. @Tabkierstead Mar 14 I love this show! Absolutely need a season 3! The film score selection has been top notch and has set the tone for the show so perfectly. The final song of season 2 “Something in the Water” by Meg Mac was a wonderful choice. That song will forever take me to that scene by the docks! Great writing cam’t wait for season 3 to see how things unfold with the formidable Bell and Dr. Dawkins! See more Mike G. @Zerocool700 Mar 13 The 2nd was very good, awesome acting. Sum scenes were also powerful. Hopefully there's. 3rd season See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Hangman Jack has a date with the noose; will Belle and Fagin be able to help our hero dodge his fate? Details Episode 2 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Entry Level Toff Belle and Jack find themselves up to their elbows in blood and trouble. Details Episode 3 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Belle of the Ball As Boxer closes in, Jack gatecrashes the masquerade ball to steal a dance with Lady Belle. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Platinum Belle finds herself out of her depth while Fagin and Dodger plot to steal something priceless. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Ice Melts Belle and Jack's secretive romance comes under threat and Fagin's enemy prepares to strike. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Bellybutton A revelation threatens Belle and Jack's romance, before a strange surgery forces them together. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Salt Peter An explosive scheme is hatched; Belle and Jack race against time to find a cure for cholera. Details Episode 8 Aired Feb 10, 2026 Change of Heart Lady Jane's secret shocks Belle to her core; Fagin considers a drastic way out of his predicament. Details
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Season Info

Creator
James McNamara
Executive Producer
David Maher, David Taylor, Jo Porter
Network
Hulu
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Adventure, Drama, Comedy, Romance
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date
Feb 10, 2026