Quick Read
- “The Artful Dodger” Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
- Jack Dawkins (Thomas Brodie-Sangster) faces the threat of the noose after a dramatic cliffhanger.
- Fagin (David Thewlis) returns, drawing Jack into their most dangerous heist yet.
- A new lawman, Inspector Henry Boxer (Luke Bracey), creates a love triangle with Jack and Lady Belle Fox (Maia Mitchell).
- The series, a sequel to Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist,” was a hit in its first season.
LONDON (Azat TV) – Disney+’s highly anticipated Dickensian spin-off, “The Artful Dodger,” returns for its second season on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, launching viewers back into the tumultuous life of Jack Dawkins after a dramatic cliffhanger. The new season, available on Disney+ and Hulu in some regions, promises heightened stakes, a complex love triangle, and a dangerous new criminal underworld for the former pickpocket turned surgeon.
Jack Dawkins Faces the Noose in Season 2
The second season of “The Artful Dodger” plunges titular character Jack Dawkins, portrayed by Thomas Brodie-Sangster, into immediate peril. Following the events of the first season, which saw Jack perform a risky surgery to save Lady Belle Fox (Maia Mitchell) before being betrayed and arrested, the new season opens with Jack facing the threat of the noose. His past as a notorious London pickpocket continues to haunt him as he attempts to forge a new life as a respected surgeon in 1850s Port Victory.
A Dangerous Heist and New Adversaries for The Artful Dodger
Jack’s surrogate father and old accomplice, Fagin, played by David Thewlis, makes a central return, quickly dragging Jack into their most dangerous heist yet. Adding to the complexity, a new lawman, Inspector Henry Boxer, portrayed by Luke Bracey, arrives in Port Victory with his sights set on hunting Jack down. Boxer’s presence not only poses a professional threat but also creates a romantic rivalry, as he competes with Jack for the affections of Lady Belle. Belle, meanwhile, is determined to thrive in her medical career amidst these escalating personal and professional challenges. The official synopsis teases a killer on the loose, further intensifying the season’s plot, according to reports from AOL and Hello! Magazine.
Key Cast Members and New Faces in The Artful Dodger
The second season sees the return of core cast members essential to the series’ success. Thomas Brodie-Sangster, David Thewlis, and Maia Mitchell are all confirmed to reprise their roles as Jack Dawkins, Fagin, and Lady Belle Fox, respectively. Susie Porter will also return as Belle’s mother, continuing her role in the strained relationship between Jack and Belle. Other returning cast members include Damien Garvey, Lucy-Rose Leonard, and Nicholas Burton. However, Damon Herriman, who played Gaines, is not expected to return, and Hal Cumpston’s return as Oliver Twist remains unconfirmed, as noted by AOL. New additions to the ensemble include Luke Bracey as Inspector Henry Boxer, Jeremy Sims as Uncle Dickie, and Zac Burgess in an undisclosed role.
Anticipation for the Dickensian Drama
“The Artful Dodger” proved a hit when it first debuted in 2023, generating a strong fan base eager for the continuation of its unique blend of Dickensian narrative and medical drama. The series, which acts as a sequel to Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist,” has been praised for its inventive storytelling and compelling performances. With season two promising “new characters and locations with more thrills, humor, heart, invention and deception than ever,” expectations are high for a captivating follow-up that builds on the first season’s success and resolves its gripping cliffhanger.
The return of “The Artful Dodger” highlights the enduring appeal of reimagined classic literature, demonstrating how familiar narratives can be revitalized through contemporary storytelling and a focus on character development beyond their original confines.