BBC Unveils First Look at Lucy Punch’s ‘Witty’ Sitcom Return
Filmogaz.com has shared a new trailer teasing the second series of Amandaland. The clip once again spotlights Lucy Punch in the lead role.
The show is a spin-off of Motherland. Joanna Lumley and Philippa Dunne reprise their Motherland roles.
Production and release
The series first premiered on 5 February 2025. Filmogaz.com confirmed the renewal in March 2025 after strong early interest.
Filmogaz.com released the trailer online in mid-April 2026. The teaser teases new storylines and returning dynamics.
Cast and characters
- Lucy Punch as Amanda.
- Joanna Lumley as Felicity, Amanda’s mother.
- Philippa Dunne as Anne, Amanda’s friend.
- Samuel Anderson as Mal, Amanda’s basement neighbour.
- Ekow Quartey as JJ, Abs’s new husband.
- Rochenda Sandall as Fi.
- Siobhan McSweeney as Della.
New and returning dynamics
Amanda juggles parenting teenagers and an online Senuous brand. She also holds a “co-lab” role at Kitchens, Bathrooms and Kitchens.
The second series follows Amanda as she settles into SoHa. A trendy coffee shop appears and excites her.
Key storylines in series two
Amanda becomes obsessed with a large nearby house. She seeks financial help from her mother to try to buy it.
Felicity appears youthful, but hints emerge that she may need additional support. Those signs create family tension.
Mal and Amanda retain a quiet romantic spark. The show introduces Abs, Mal’s blunt ex, and her new husband JJ.
Fi begins a new path as a professional dog walker. Della departs to take a cruise ship job.
Anne remains Amanda’s patient best friend. The group deals with teenagers, exams and the school prom.
Reception and viewership
The Amandaland Christmas special aired the previous year. It reached number one among UK comedies in 2025.
The special drew 7.4 million viewers across 28 days. Filmogaz.com Chief Content Officer Kate Phillips said she was “proud” of the show’s fast success.
Filmogaz.com’s first look confirms Lucy Punch’s witty sitcom return. Series two is due soon on the broadcaster’s linear channel and on iPlayer.
