Ep 1. Episode 1

Bancroft season 2 episode 1 starts off with a quick recap of the events from the first season, reminding viewers of the main character's past mistakes. We're then brought back to the present day as we see Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft (played by Sarah Parish) waking up in her bed. We quickly learn that she has been suspended from her job as a result of her past misconduct and she seems to be struggling to adjust to her new life.

Her suspension doesn't stop Bancroft from continuing her investigation into the disappearance of 27-year-old solicitor, Linda Roberts (played by Imogen Hopewell), who vanished while on a night out with friends. Her body has yet to be found, and with no leads, Bancroft is determined to find out what happened to her.

At the same time, we're introduced to a new character, Detective Sergeant Michelle Newman (played by Jacqueline Boatswain), who is brought onto the team to investigate the disappearance of Linda Roberts. Newman is a straight-talking, no-nonsense detective who quickly clashes with Bancroft's unorthodox methods.

As Bancroft and Newman work together to investigate the case, tensions begin to rise between the two detectives. Bancroft's past actions come back to haunt her as she is forced to confront her past mistakes while trying to solve a new crime. Meanwhile, Newman's approach to the investigation is at odds with Bancroft's, leading to disagreements and clashes between the two.

As the investigation progresses, new clues are uncovered, and Bancroft and Newman work to piece together the events leading up to Linda Robert's disappearance. However, the case takes a shocking turn when a surprising connection is made to another high-profile crime, putting the team in even more danger.

Episode 1 of Bancroft season 2 is a thrilling start to the new season, as we're brought back into the world of Elizabeth Bancroft and her team of detectives. With new characters and new twists and turns, the show promises to be just as gripping as the first season. Fans of crime dramas should definitely not miss this episode.