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‘Rivals’ Set for Season 2 as Disney+ Returns to the Outrageous Lives of Social Elite in 1980s England
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Lily Ford
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The glitzy, soapy drama 'Rivals' returns to Disney+ for a second season, taking viewers back to the cutthroat world of 1980s British high society.
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- The series is based on the iconic Rutshire Chronicles novels by beloved British author Jilly Cooper, who is 'orgasmic with excitement' to continue the story of her beloved characters.
- The impressive ensemble cast is led by Aidan Turner, David Tennant, Alex Hassell, and Emily Atack, delivering a seductive mix of romance, betrayal, and shoulder pads that has made 'Rivals' a breakout hit on Disney+.
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Aidan Turner, David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Bella Maclean, Emily Atack, Victoria Smurfit, Katherine Parkinson, Danny Dyer, Nafessa Williams, Luke Pasqualino, Jilly Cooper, Disney+, Happy Prince, 'Rivals'