Code of Silence Renewed at ITV

ITV has commissioned a second season of the Mammoth Screen thriller Code of Silence.

Created and written by Catherine Moulton, the thriller has been a breakout hit for ITV in its six-part first season and has landed deals with CANAL+, ARD, SVT, NRK, DRTV, YLE, SBS Australia, TVNZ and Lionsgate in India.

Starring Rose Ayling-Ellis in the lead, the series is averaging 6.4 million viewers, with 20 million streams recorded on the full box set.

Callum Dziedzic, drama commissioner at ITV, commented, “We are unbelievably proud of Code of Silence, and it’s been a joy seeing audiences embrace it—especially their love for the skillful, headstrong and effortlessly lovable Alison. Rose brings her to life with real charm and depth, and Catherine’s brilliant concept gave her the perfect world to step into. We can’t wait to share another gripping case, with Alison’s talents and perspective delivering a thriller that’s pulse-pounding, distinctive, and like nothing else on TV.”

Ayling-Ellis said: “I’m so proud that Code of Silence has been recommissioned. The response to the first series has been incredible, and it means so much to be part of a drama that not only keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, but also puts a deaf character at the heart of the story. I’m really excited to see where Alison’s journey goes next and to be working again with the wonderful cast, crew and creative team behind the show.”

Moulton noted: “I’m thrilled by the response to the first series of Code of Silence and so excited to be bringing Alison back for another case. It’s been a privilege to tell a story that opens up representation of the deaf community, while also delivering suspense and twists. Rose brings so much heart and complexity to the role and I can’t wait to get started on the next chapter with her, ITV and the brilliant team at Mammoth.”

Damien Timmer, Mammoth’s founder and chief creative officer, said: “The response to Code of Silence has been incredible and we are all so excited to be returning for a second series. Rose Ayling-Ellis is an extraordinary talent, and Catherine Moulton’s storytelling continues to be both thrilling and deeply insightful. It’s a privilege to be working with both, alongside Polly, Callum and ITV, on a show that not only grips audiences, but also broadens perspectives in such a meaningful way.”

Season two will be executive produced by Timmer alongside Ayling-Ellis and Moulton.