Peter Capaldi may be forever etched in fans' minds as the Doctor in Doctor Who or the sharp-tongued Malcolm Tucker in The Thick of It, but his latest Apple TV+ series, Criminal Record, reveals a darker, more nuanced side of the actor. Now in its second season, the show pairs Capaldi with the brilliant Cush Jumbo, and the chemistry between them is electric. Collider is thrilled to debut an exclusive sneak peek from Season 2, Episode 6, which puts Jumbo's character, Detective June Lenker, front and center as she faces the consequences of her discoveries about Daniel Hegarty (Capaldi).
A Tense New Chapter
Apple TV+ describes Criminal Record as a powerful, character-driven drama set in contemporary London, exploring the murky waters of policing when truth is up for grabs. Created by BAFTA Award nominee Paul Rutman, the series dives deep into moral ambiguity. In Season 2, a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally, forcing rival officers June Lenker and Daniel Hegarty into an uneasy alliance. What begins as a hunt for a murderer quickly escalates into an undercover operation to thwart a Far-Right bomb plot in the heart of London.
The Episode 6 sneak peek centers on June as she addresses her team, announcing that the operation is being shut down and an arrest is imminent. When some team members question her authority in the absence of their leader, June firmly asserts her command—and accepts the backlash that follows. How her decision impacts the larger mission remains uncertain, but tensions are clearly mounting as the team races to stop Cosmo Thompson (Dustin Demri-Burn) from executing his plans.
A New Dynamic Between June and Daniel
Season 2 has also introduced a fresh dynamic between June and Daniel. While Season 1 saw them locked in conflict, the new episodes explore an uneasy partnership that forms as the investigation intensifies. With the team working against the clock and Daniel facing his own complications while pursuing Cosmo Thompson, the season's strongest asset remains the palpable chemistry between Jumbo and Capaldi. That tension only deepens after June uncovers the truth about Daniel's actions involving Billy (Luther Ford).
The result is a gripping second season that builds on the series' strengths. For fans of British crime dramas and character-driven storytelling, Criminal Record delivers a compelling blend of suspense and emotional depth. If you're looking for more Apple TV+ gems, check out our deep dive into the underrated sci-fi noir 'Sugar', which is perfect for a binge-watch before its second season.
For those who enjoy high-stakes thrillers, Criminal Record joins a strong lineup on Apple TV+. The streaming service has been making waves with series like Idris Elba's 'Hijack', which continues to soar in popularity. And if you're a fan of complex characters, you won't want to miss the exclusive first look at Leo Woodall and Dustin Hoffman's heist thriller 'Tuner'.
Criminal Record Seasons 1 and 2 are now streaming on Apple TV+.
