Why is Rivals Part 2 trending? David Tennant drama returns
The second half of Rivals Season 2 launched on Disney+, bringing back its over-the-top 1980s drama and David Tennant's villainous performance. Viewers are buzzing about intense plot twists, emotional scenes, and the show's West Country filming locations highlighted in new episodes.
What happened
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Part 2 of Rivals Season 2 premiered on Disney+ after a five-month hiatus, opening with Monica's funeral episode. [1]
What you need to know
Season 2 was split into two six-episode parts by Disney+, causing a mid-season break. [1]
Critics praise the show's blend of poignancy with its campy 'bonkbuster' roots from Jilly Cooper's novels. [1]
Key filming locations include Bristol, Corsham, Berkeley Castle, and Somerset estates – boosting local 'TV tourism'. [2]
Plot highlights include Tony's unhinged grief, secret affairs, corporate sabotage, and 1980s maternity subplots. [1]
Whether Disney+ will renew Rivals for a third season remains unconfirmed, and viewer ratings for Part 2 aren't yet publicly available.
Background
Rivals is a Disney+ drama based on Dame Jilly Cooper's 1980s 'bonkbuster' novels, set in the fictional county of Rutshire during the 1987 storm. [1][2]
The show mixes aristocratic feuds, corporate rivalry (Venturer vs Corinium TV), and tangled relationships, starring David Tennant as media mogul Tony Baddingham. [1]
Season 2 Part 1 ended with Tony's wife Monica dying in a car crash after discovering his affair, leaving unresolved tensions. [1]
Questions people ask
Why was Season 2 split into two parts?
Disney+ made the decision for revenue/scheduling reasons, creating a five-month gap between Part 1 and Part 2. [1]
Where can I visit Rivals filming locations?
Key spots include Corsham High Street (as Cotchester), Bristol Harbourside, Chavenage House (The Priory), and Neston Park (Tony's estate). [2]
Who stars in Rivals?
Lead actors include David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Aidan Turner, Danny Dyer, and Katherine Parkinson. [1][2]
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