Rivals Season 2 Delivers High-Stakes Glamour and Sharp Wit on Hulu

Hulu’s Rivals returns with a glossy, razor-sharp Season 2 that amps up the Rutshire power plays: David Tennant’s Tony Baddingham faces off against Rupert Campbell-Black and Declan O’Hara as they launch Venturer to challenge Corinium, weaving ruthless ambition, romance, and 1980s-era excess into a tightly staged, immersive soap. The ensemble—especially Bella Maclean as Taggie and the standout supporting cast—receives ample room to shine as the drama expands with new intrigues, espionage, and twists. Episode 2 delivers a standout dinner-party sequence, and the first half of the season signals a stronger, more polished continuation overall. The three-episode debut drops May 15 on Hulu, with remaining installments to follow later this year.