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‘Excellent’ neo-noir detective drama Sugar to return

‘Excellent’ neo-noir detective drama Sugar to return

Apple TV has unveiled the official trailer for the second season of its hit detective drama, Sugar – and it’s safe to say we’re in for a wild ride. The series, hailed by viewers as “excellent,” stars Colin Farrell as the titular private investigator, John Sugar, who in season one became wrapped up in his latest case: the mysterious disappearance of a famous movie director’s beloved granddaughter. © Apple TVColin Farrell stars as John Sugar Following season one’s major twist, fans are undoubtedly counting down the days until the new episodes arrive. If the trailer is anything to go by, viewers can expect plenty more high-tension drama as John becomes embroiled in another missing persons case.  With an impressive cast led by the brilliant Colin Farrell and an 81 per cent Rotten Tomatoes score, this one is not to be missed! Keep reading to find out more about season two… Season one’s major twist The neo-noir drama took wild, otherwordly turn in season one with the shocking revelation that John and his secret society, the Polyglots, …

Twisty detective drama hailed as one of ‘best neo-noir thrillers’ to return

Twisty detective drama hailed as one of ‘best neo-noir thrillers’ to return

Sugar, the twisty detective drama hailed as “one of the best neo-noir thrillers in years”, will return for a second season. Slated for release on June 19, Apple TV has given fans a first look at Colin Farrell, as he reprises the role of private eye, John Sugar, in eight brand new episodes. “Season 2 ushers in the return of Los Angeles’s iconic private detective and film connoisseur John Sugar,” teases the synopsis. “Emmy nominee Colin Farrell returns for a new case, tracking the troubled older brother of an up-and-coming local boxer as his search for his beloved missing sister continues.  © Apple TVPrivate eye John Sugar will be tasked with tracking down the brother of a local boxer “As the investigation expands into a city-wide conspiracy with sinister intentions, Sugar must reckon with himself to answer the question – how far will he go to do what’s right?” Joining Farrell, Apple TV has confirmed a number of new additions to the cast. Among them, Jin Ha, Raymond Lee, Tony Dalton, Laura Donnelly, Sasha Calle …