Apple TV’s Hit 8-Part Crime Thriller Series Finally Returns With Rare Rotten Tomatoes Score

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The popular crime thriller on Apple TV has returned after a two-year hiatus, and critics are loving it, as reflected in its impressive Rotten Tomatoes score.

Apple TV+ is well-known for its popular science fiction shows like Severance, Pluribus, Silo, and Foundation. However, the service has also created several critically acclaimed crime thrillers. Shows like Slow Horses and Presumed Innocent are highly anticipated, with new seasons on the way, and other successful crime dramas are also returning this year, continuing the positive reception for the genre on Apple TV+.

Apple TV+’s Criminal Record returned on April 22nd with its second season, over two years after the first. The show stars Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo as detectives investigating a decades-old murder, and their differing approaches bring them together. The first eight-episode season, which ended in February 2024, was a hit with critics, and the new season is receiving even more praise.

Season 2 of Criminal Record has launched to rave reviews, currently holding a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. This score is based on the first five reviews, and it could shift as more critics share their opinions.

I’m absolutely thrilled with the start of season two! It’s already getting perfect scores, even better than the fantastic first season. I remember when Criminal Record season one came out and critics loved it – it earned a 90% rating based on 49 reviews, which was amazing. But this new season is somehow even more impressive!

Season # Rotten Tomatoes Critics Score Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score
1 90% 64%
2 100% TBD

Season 2 of Criminal Record doesn’t have an audience score on Rotten Tomatoes yet, as it needs at least 50 reviews. The show’s first season received a mixed response, earning a 64% audience rating based on over 100 reviews, and proved divisive among both critics and viewers.

Season 2 of Criminal Record is receiving very positive feedback, with critics highlighting its fast-paced plot, clever twists, and strong writing. This season moves beyond simply exploring the inner workings of the justice system to focus more on external events. Many reviewers believe fans who enjoyed the first season will find this eight-episode outing even more engaging, thanks to the show’s increasingly complex characters and storylines.

After its debut on April 22nd, seven more episodes of Criminal Record will be released weekly on Wednesdays on Apple TV+. The series is already attracting a lot of viewers and climbing the charts on Apple TV+, and this trend is expected to continue as new episodes become available through June.

Despite positive reviews and strong viewership, it’s still unknown if Criminal Record will get a third season. Apple TV likely won’t decide until after the season 2 finale airs and they’ve had a chance to review how many people watched the show.

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2026-04-23 22:58