Sherwood opens with archive footage as second series begins
BBC One's Sherwood made its comeback on Sunday (August 25), yet the show's return was marred by viewers criticising the 'poor' accents of certain characters.
The eagerly anticipated second series delves into the lives of two additional families from Nottinghamshire, finding themselves tangled in local gang conflicts where 'old rivalries ignite fresh tensions'.
James Graham, lauded writer and creator, crafted a follow-up to the much-applauded first series, looking to delve deeper into "the powerful themes that made the first so resonant to audiences across the UK".
With the stage set, the new instalment casts a spotlight on the cost-of-living crisis and the rippling effects of budget cuts on essential services, alongside the citizens who rely on them most.
Amidst these compelling threads, a bold new Sheriff steps into the fray, fervently opposing a controversial proposed mining project. Ria Zmitrowicz, known for her role in Three Girls, takes the reins as the new Sheriff of Nottingham, reports the Mirror.
Despite offering the prospect of employment, the proposed mine stands as a grim reminder of Sherwood's dark legacy.
Dramatic flair marked the opening episode, but once the dialogue commenced, some viewers were less than enthralled.
Eager viewers took to social media to express their dismay, with one remarking on Twitter: "New sheriff accent is proper jarring, what's it meant to be, never heard owt like it #sherwood", while another echoed the sentiment, stating: "We literally just said that."
One viewer lamented the incomprehensibility despite the subtitles, exclaiming: "Subtitles on but still not a clue what is going on. Ladling on the accents too much. Switching off #sherwood."
Another added their voice to the confusion, saying: "Having difficulty with some of these Notts accents..... #Sherwood".
The bemusement continued as another commented, "The accents are everywhere", paired with a laughing face emoji.
On the flip side, Sherwood has garnered some love as well, with one fan praising, "Fantastic First Episode #Sherwood."
Enthusiasm for the series was echoed by another who remarked, "Nice start #Sherwood", and yet another who was impressed, declaring: "Great first episode of Sherwood on @BBCOne #Sherwood."
