PBS Brings Back Series Focused On Character With Autism

A popular drama centering on a detective with autism who has a unique way of solving crimes is set to return.

PBS said that it will air a new season of the British show “Patience” this summer.

The series follows Patience Evans, a woman with autism who works in the criminal records office in the city of York. She is drafted to help solve complex criminal investigations after a detective notices her extraordinary attention to detail.

Patience is played by Ella Maisy Purvis, who is neurodiverse.

“Patience” is an adaptation of the French hit “Astrid.” The British version debuted on Channel 4 in the U.K. before airing its first season on PBS last year. It was one of the most streamed series on PBS’ digital platforms, the network said.

Season two finds Patience learning to work with a new detective while searching for her mother and navigating love.

“Audiences connected with ‘Patience’ in its first season, and we’re excited to bring the mystery back for another chapter,” said Maria Bruno Ruiz, vice president of program content strategy and scheduling at PBS. “With new cases, new characters and deeper emotional stakes, season two builds on what viewers loved while expanding the world of the show.”

The new season of “Patience” will be available to stream May 31 on PBS Passport and PBS Masterpiece on Prime Video before airing on PBS stations beginning June 14 at 8 p.m. ET.