The mud still clings to her boots, her mind racing faster than the waves crashing against the Isle of Wight shore. Nina thought she’d escaped the noise of Glasgow for a while, immersing herself in the life of a palaeontologist, excavating fossils, and dreaming of order in a messy world.
But even as she buries her hands in the earth, the pull of home — family, friends, and a certain complicated love — is impossible to ignore. After a first season that charmed audiences with laughs, awkward honesty, and heart, Dinosaur is ready to return with Season 2, promising a whirlwind of change, emotion, and discovery.
Dinosaur Season 2 Release Date: When Season 2 Lands on Hulu
Hulu has officially announced that Dinosaur Season 2 will premiere in the United States on February 25, 2026. All six half-hour episodes will drop simultaneously, giving viewers a full binge-ready season. Fans across the pond in the UK can catch the series on BBC iPlayer, BBC Scotland, and BBC Three, with global distribution handled by All3Media International.
The production powerhouse Two Brothers Pictures — behind hits like Fleabag and The Tourist — returns to craft a season that blends wit, warmth, and emotional realism, ensuring audiences won’t just watch Nina’s journey; they’ll feel it.
Nina Returns: Life, Love, and Lessons Eight Months Later
Eight months after Season 1’s finale, Nina (Ashley Storrie) finds herself far from home, knee-deep in mud on a dig site, living her palaeontology dream — or at least telling herself that. Truthfully, she’s exhausted, missing Glasgow, her family, her home comforts, and the comforting chaos of Real Housewives marathons with her sister Evie and endless sausage rolls.
Returning to Scotland, Nina discovers that everything has shifted: her workplace has moved, the McArthur family is dealing with big news, and she’s thrown into an unexpected love triangle with Lee and a new arrival whose presence complicates her carefully built life. Season 2 explores her struggle to balance independence, family ties, and romance, while navigating change at every turn.
Cast & Characters: Who’s Back — And Who Shakes Things Up
Ashley Storrie returns as Nina, continuing her journey of self-discovery with humor, grit, and nuance. She’s joined by a familiar ensemble:
- Lorn Macdonald as Lee
- Kat Romney as Evie
- Hyoie O’Grady in a role that stirs new tension
- David Carlyle as Bo
- Greg Hemphill as Ade
- Sally Howitt as Diane
- Danny Ashok as Ranesh
- Sabrina Sandhu, Ben Green, and Jim Kitson round out the returning cast
Together, this ensemble brings a mix of comedy, awkward honesty, and heartwarming moments, grounding Nina’s journey in relationships that feel authentic and full of life.
Behind the Scenes: Creative Forces at Work
The series is created by Matilda Curtis and Ashley Storrie and produced for Hulu (US) and BBC Scotland, BBC iPlayer, and BBC Three (UK). Executive producers Sarah Hammond, Katie Churchill, Harry Williams, and Jack Williams oversee the project, with Niamh McKeown directing and Brian Coffey producing. The BBC commissioning editors are Emma Lawson and Gavin Smith, with Jon Petrie (Director of BBC Comedy) and Louise Thornton (Head of Commissioning, BBC Scotland) guiding the vision.
Based on Curtis’s original idea, the series is designed to blend comedy, heart, and authenticity, staying true to the first season’s tone while exploring more complex emotional territory in Season 2.
What Makes Season 2 Special
Season 2 isn’t just a continuation — it’s an exploration of what happens when life’s stability shatters. Nina must balance professional ambitions, family expectations, and romantic complications, all while embracing personal growth. It’s a season about learning to navigate change, managing emotional overwhelm, and finding humor in life’s messiest moments.
Fans can expect the same sharp wit, tender storytelling, and emotional resonance that made the first season a standout, but with a deeper dive into Nina’s world and the consequences of her choices.
Final Thoughts: A Season to Feel With
Dinosaur Season 2 promises to be more than a simple comedy-drama — it’s a heartfelt exploration of modern life through the eyes of a character who sees the world differently. With Hulu bringing the complete season to U.S. audiences on February 25, 2026, viewers are in for a rollercoaster of laughs, awkward moments, and emotional clarity.
Expect Nina to be challenged, stretched, and forced to make difficult choices — all while remaining herself: honest, funny, and unapologetically unique. For fans of the first season, Season 2 is not just a return; it’s a deeper, more resonant experience, one that will leave audiences laughing, thinking, and feeling every step of the way.
Do you think Nina will navigate the love triangle gracefully, or will Glasgow and the Isle of Wight tug her heart in unexpected directions? Share your predictions below!
FAQ
When is Dinosaur Season 2 released on Hulu in the US?
February 25, 2026, with all six episodes available at once.
Where can I watch Dinosaur in the UK?
On BBC iPlayer, BBC Scotland, and BBC Three.
Who is the main character in Dinosaur Season 2?
Ashley Storrie stars as Nina, an autistic woman navigating family, love, and work.
Who produces Dinosaur Season 2?
Two Brothers Pictures, the team behind Fleabag and The Tourist.
How many episodes are in Season 2?
Six half-hour episodes.
