How to watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 on BBC iPlayer — it's *FREE*

Detective Theo (Richard Flood) and DS Diana Huia (Acushla-Tara Kupe) stand side-by-side with sombre expressions as they search for a lead in their latest case in season 1 of The Gone.
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Good news: crime drama series The Gone isn’t going anywhere! It’s back, in fact, with six more nail-biting episodes as Theo Richter (Richard Flood) rejoins DS Diana Huia (Acushla-Tara Kupe) to find the missing Aileen after THAT shocking cliffhanger. Read below to watch The Gone season 2 online and stream every episode. Out of the country? Download a VPN to stream the series on BBC iPlayer from anywhere.

Stream ‘The Gone’ season 2 online for FREE: channel and streaming options

“The Gone” season 2 debuts on the BBC from Thursday, July 31, with all episodes available as a boxset on BBC iPlayer the same day.
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This Irish-Kiwi co-production is a fascinating hybrid. It’s a gripping police procedural, elevated by the grandeur of its New Zealand settings and the inclusion of Māori characters and storylines, helping to differentiate it from your typical “serial killer” schtick. Though it has its own teeth-chattering murder mystery to resolve too…

The “Goat Man,” the person believed to be responsible for the infamous Mountain Murders, is a central thread that found Irish journalist Aileen (Carolyn Bracken) go missing while chasing her lead. Now the news has reached Theo, and season 2 finds him drawn back to the fictional town of Mount Affinity to aid in the frantic search for his former flame alongside local detective Diana. Though, even with their prime suspect collared, the killings continue.

“The Gone” has been showered with accolades. In addition to winning five New Zealand Television Awards, including Best Cinematography (ah, those jaw-droppingly vistas!), its depiction of Māori culture has been repeatedly praised, with The Guardian commending show’s “the rich, warm characters” played by Māori actors Vanessa Rare and Wayne Hapi.

The hunt continues! Catch the latest drama with the following viewing guide, explaining how to watch “The Gone” season 2 online in its entirety and 100% free with BBC iPlayer now.

Watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 online for FREE with BBC iPlayer

every Thursday from July 319 p.m. BST

Those in the U.K. can watch “The Gone” season 2 on BBC Two every Thursday from July 31, with episodes airing at 9 p.m. BST. All six episodes of the Irish/New Zealand co-production will also be uploaded to BBC iPlayer as a boxset from debut.

If you don’t have linear TV, you can watch every episode 100% free via BBC iPlayer, live or on-demand. Be aware, however, that you need a valid TV license to live stream the show.

Not currently in the U.K.? Don't worry — as we explain below, you can connect to your own regional service and stream “The Gone” live or on-demand with the help of a VPN.

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Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching “The Gone” season 2 on BBC iPlayer?

Luckily, you can still watch “The Gone” online thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where you are in the world. So it’s ideal for viewers out of the country looking to join in the fun. Our favourite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market – and you can find out why in our NordVPN review.

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're in the U.S. and want to view your usual U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to BBC iPlayer and stream "The Gone" season 2 online.

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How to watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 in New Zealand

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Lucky Kiwis will find all episodes of “The Gone” online now. The series is currently available to stream on the TVNZ Plus service, ad-supported but absolutely free. Just create a quick account and enjoy!

Currently traveling? A VPN will let those in New Zealand access their preferred streaming service from anywhere in the world.

Can I watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 online in the U.S.?

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Those Stateside were only introduced to “The Gone” earlier this year, and there's no release date for Season 2 episodes just yet. In the meantime, you can familiarize yourself with the show with a subscription to Acorn – available as an Amazon Prime Video channel (an extra $8.99 a month, after your 7-day free trial) or directory through the Acorn website.

Visiting the U.S. from the U.K. or New Zealand? Download a VPN and connect to the services you enjoy free-of-charge back home, without having to register for any additional subscriptions.

Can I watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 online in Canada?

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It’s the same deal elsewhere in North America. Canadians can’t currently watch “The Gone” season 2, though it’s highly likely that new episodes will be added to Acorn at a later date. You can grab a membership for CA$10.99 through Amazon Prime or directly with Acorn itself.

NB: If you’re a British citizen away from the U.K. right now, a VPN will allow you to stream “The Gone” season 2 online through BBC iPlayer as you would back home.

How to watch ‘The Gone’ season 2 online in Australia

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Aussies have multiple ways to watch “The Gone” season 2 online. They can stream both seasons with both an initial subscription to Amazon Prime (itself AU$9.99 after your 30-day free trial), plus either the Acorn or the AMC Plus channel (both of which also offer a free 7-day trial period to new members).

Out of the country? Connect to your home streaming services when you download a VPN, and watch your favorite TV shows and films no matter where you are in the world.

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‘The Gone’ season 2 trailer

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‘The Gone’ season 2 cast

  • Richard Flood as Theo Richter
  • Acushla-Tara Kupe as Diana Huia
  • Carolyn Bracken as Aileen Ryan
  • Vanessa Rare as Wiki
  • Scott Wills as Sergeant Bruce Harris
  • Wayne Hapi as Buster Huia
  • Michelle Fairley as Judge Hannah Martin
  • Ella Gilbert as Valerie Armstrong
  • Poroaki Merritt-McDonald as Ginge
  • Rachel Morgan as Sinead Martin
  • Matt Whelan as Mayor Ken Armstrong
  • Miriama Smith as Detective Sergeant Gwenda
  • Edwin Wright as Dr. Ray Morris

‘The Gone’ season 2 episode guide

BBC Two will broadcast “The Gone” season 2 twice per week from 9 p.m. BST. Those looking to binge the entire series however can enjoy all six episodes on BBC iPlayer from debut.

  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 1: Thursday, July 31
  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 2: Friday, August 1
  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 3: Thursday, August 7
  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 4: Friday, August 8
  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 5: Thursday, August 14
  • “The Gone” season 2, episode 6: Friday, August 15

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Daniel Pateman has been a freelance writer since 2018. He currently works across a range of brands including TechRadar, T3, GamesRadar, What Hi-Fi? and CinemaBlend, where he regularly pens How To Watch articles about where our readers can stream the latest new movies and TV shows, as well as producing detailed guides on the best streaming services, from Disney Plus to Netflix. He received a first-class degree in Humanities and Media in 2013 from Birkbeck University and later an MA in Contemporary Literature and Culture. In addition to his work for Future's websites, Daniel writes across the broad spectrum of arts topics – including photography, sculpture, painting, film – and has been published in The Brooklyn Rail and Eyeline magazine, among others.

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