The Artful Dodger Season 2 Raises the Stakes in Port Victory
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Reel Perspectives
February 11, 2026
The Artful Dodger, the sequel to Charles Dickens' beloved 1838 novel "Oliver Twist," premiered its second season on February 10, with all 8 episodes exclusively on Hulu and Disney+.
The Australian comedy heist stars Thomas Brodie-Sanger as Jack Dawkins, a reformed thief-turned-brilliant surgeon navigating life in 1850s Australia. Set in the colonial town of Port Victory, Jack grapples with the influences of his mentor, Fagin, who continually pulls him back into a life of crime, while also being entangled with the Governor's daughter, Lady Belle. In Season 1, Jack was caught between respectability and the tempting allure of a life of crime.
Created by James McNamara, Jack Dawkins is back in the critically acclaimed series, torn between "impossible love and his criminal past". The official synopsis reveals The Artful Dodger returns, and he's in deep trouble. He has an appointment with the noose; he's being hunted by Inspector Boxer, Port Victory's new lawman, and if he sees the woman he loves, Lady Belle, he'll be hanged. Meanwhile, Lady Belle is determined to forge her future in medicine, defying expectation and stepping into danger, driven by ambition and a love already hanging in the balance. With Boxer competing with Jack for Belle's affection, the crafty Fagin drags Dodger into their most dangerous heist yet, and a killer is on the loose. Get ready for an explosive season of new characters and locations with more thrills, humour, heart, invention, and deception than ever."
With its impressive cast, including David Thewlis, Maia Mitchell, Luke Bracey, Tim Minchin, and Susie Porter, the second season delivers thrills, humor, and heart. The show remains a sophisticated reimagining of Dickens' character, offering a blend of high entertainment and engaging storytelling. The series is smart, stylish, and character-driven, and continues to keep viewers hooked with its rich characters and lore.
Season two of The Artful Dodger is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+.