Rivals Season 1 • TV Show
Rivals • TV Show • Rating 7.5 out of 10
seasons Season 1 Season 2
Seasons of Rivals
Rivals currently has 2 seasons and 14 episodes. Most episodes run for around 54 minutes, offering a comfortable mid-length viewing experience. The series is currently marked as "Returning Series". The most recently aired episode came out in 2026.
Rivals Season 2 • TV Show
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When is the next season of Rivals coming out?
Rivals is listed as an ongoing series with a "Returning Series" production status, but the next episode or season has not yet been given a firm air date in the official schedule. The most recent episode aired on June 5, 2026, so any future release date is likely to fall after that. Looking at previous seasons, gaps between seasons have often been well over a year, so it may take some time before the next season arrives. When the next release does arrive, it is expected to carry the same content rating of MA 15+ (AU), which can influence when it airs on different providers and platforms.
trailers
Watch the official trailers for Rivals
Watch the main official trailer for Rivals in one place. Most of these clips were released around September 2024, capturing the show at its peak marketing push. Use the carousel to sample the show's visual style, story hooks and production quality before you dive into full episodes.
Uploaded in September 2024
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overview
What is Rivals about?
It is 1986 and Britain is booming. "Rivals" dives headfirst into the cutthroat world of TV where hair-dos are big and ambitions are even bigger. Deals are brokered in boardrooms, as well as bedrooms. Nobody can be sure who will come out on top. With every man and woman out only for themselves, can true love really blossom? It blends drama elements. The series reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective.
release-timeline
Release pattern and schedule for Rivals
Rivals has been releasing episodes between October 2024 and June 2026 across 2 seasons. So far there are 14 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. Historically there have been longer waits of around 20 months between seasons, which can explain why some fans search early for hints about the next release. Until a new date appears, June 2026 remains the latest confirmed release window for the show.
cast
Cast and creators of Rivals
The main cast includes David Tennant, Aidan Turner and Danny Dyer. Behind the scenes, it is shaped by showrunner Dominic Treadwell-Collins, Alexander Lamb and Felicity Blunt.
David Tennant
as Tony Baddingham
Aidan Turner
as Declan O'Hara
Danny Dyer
as Freddie Jones
Alex Hassell
as Rupert Campbell-Black
Nafessa Williams
as Cameron Cook
Bella Maclean
as Taggie O'Hara
Katherine Parkinson
as Lizzie Vereker
Victoria Smurfit
as Maud O'Hara
Claire Rushbrook
as Lady Monica Baddingham
Oliver Chris
as James Vereker
Lisa McGrillis
as Valerie Jones
Emily Atack
as Sarah Stratton
Rufus Jones
as Paul Stratton
Luke Pasqualino
as Basil 'Bas' Baddingham
Catriona Chandler
as Caitlin O'Hara
Bryony Hannah
as Deirdre Kilpatrick
Lara Peake
as Daysee Butler
Wendy Albiston
as Mrs. Makepiece
Antony Byrne
as Ginger Baines
Hubert Burton
as Gerald Middleton
Gary Lamont
as Charles Fairburn
Gabriel Tierney
as Patrick O’Hara