How to watch 'Black Ops' series 2 online from anywhere

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“Black Ops,” the British slapstick comedy series, returns for a second season this January as Dom (Gbemisola Ikumelo) and Kay (Hammed Animashaun) are back with more comedy-thriller antics, mayhem, and chaos.

Here’s how to “Black Ops” season 2 from anywhere with a VPN.

“Black Ops” season 2 will air on Thursday, January 8 at 9:30 p.m. GMT – here's how to watch it online.
• U.K. — BBC One and BBC iPlayer
• U.S. — Hulu
• Watch anywhere — Try NordVPN risk-free (75% off)

In the first season, the two under-qualified Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) went undercover for the Metropolitan Police to infiltrate the operations of local gang leader Tevin (Akemnji Ndifornyen).

The stakes are higher this time around. The duo now find themselves working for MI5, stuck with mundane, unglamorous tasks – until they cross paths with Steve (Ed Speleers), who’s a charismatic spy. What follows is six episodes of riotous misadventures that test both their friendship and their wits.

Alongside the returning leads, season 2 will also introduce several new faces, including Annette Badland, Nigel Havers, Cathy Tyson, and Tom Stourton. The first season aired in May 2023 and was well received by critics and audiences alike. It went on to win Best Comedy Programme at the Broadcast Awards in February 2024 and pulled in 1.6 million viewers, with praise around its sharp satire and the effortless chemistry between Dom and Kay.

With a far bigger challenge at hand, the duo’s natural affinity for chaos could lead to truly catastrophic consequences this time. Here’s how you can watch "Black Ops" series 2 from anywhere in the world.

Watch 'Black Ops' series 2 free in the U.K.

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UK viewers can stream the second season of "Black Ops" completely free on BBC One (TV) and BBC iPlayer.

All you need is an account, a valid TV license and a U.K. postcode (e.g. N17 0BX).

Outside the UK? Anybody currently abroad can use one of the best U.K. VPN services to access their usual British streaming service. We recommend NordVPN for its speed, reliability, and robust security features.

Watch 'Black Ops' series 2 from anywhere

If you want to watch "Black Ops" series 2 but you're away from home and access to the show is geo-blocked, then you could always use a VPN to access it (assuming you're not breaching any broadcaster T&Cs, of course). You may be surprised by how simple it is to do.

We’ve evaluated many options, and NordVPN is the best VPN. It meets the VPN needs of most users, with wide device support and fast, reliable connections.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we mentioned earlier, NordVPN is our top choice.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, to watch American services like Hulu, select a U.S. server.

3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to streaming platform and watch "Black Ops" series 2 online from wherever you happen to be.

Watch 'Black Ops' series 2 in the U.S.

The "Black Ops" series 2 will broadcast on Hulu in the US. The streaming platform comes with a 30-day FREE trial, so you can try it out risk-free – and potentially catch "Black Ops" for free.

The release date is still TBA.

Traveling abroad? If you're outside the U.S., download NordVPN and connect to a US server to gain access to all the content you'd normally stream at home.

What you need to know about 'Black Ops' series 2

'Black Ops' series 2 trailer

Black Ops S2 official trailer - YouTube

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Who is in the cast of 'Black Ops' season 2?

Gbemisola Ikumelo as Dom

Hammed Animashaun as Kay

Robbie Gee as Morris

Jo Martin as Julie

Ed Speleers as Steve

Cathy Tyson as Fischer

Tom Stourton as Tom

Divian Ladwa as Mo the Security Guard

Tom Bell as Alasdair

Cavan Clerkin as Graham

Lee Comley as Indigo

Gemma Wardle as Debra

Kadeem Ramsay as Lil Sh*t

Susan Aderin as Mrs Ajibola

Simon Shorten as MI5 Agent

Tom Bonington as Agent Cornwell

Melissa Johns as Paula

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