Get ready for another round of laughter and mischief as The Young Offenders, the beloved Irish comedy, gears up for its fourth season. The BBC has given fans a sneak peek into the upcoming antics of Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy) and Jock O’Keeffe (Chris Walley) in the vibrant city of Cork.

Following the success of its last season in 2020, the show, inspired by the 2016 movie of the same name, has unveiled several stills from the upcoming season. One intriguing image features Conor and Billy Murphy (Shane Casey) taking cover in a bin, teasing fans with the promise of hilarious escapades.

In another snapshot, Conor and Sergeant Tony Healy (Dominic MacHale) share a cheeky moment as they both plant a kiss on Mairéad MacSweeney’s (Hilary Rose) cheeks. The misadventures of these delinquent teens have captivated audiences, making The Young Offenders a cultural phenomenon.

Originally airing on BBC Three in the UK, the show later moved to BBC One for its 2018 Christmas special, which boasted a cameo from The Umbrella Academy’s Robert Sheehan. Now, the highly anticipated new season is set to launch on BBC One and iPlayer, promising a fresh dose of laughter and heartwarming moments.

The series was available on ABC iView here in Australia. 

The cast, including Jennifer Barry, Demi Isaac Oviawe, PJ Gallagher, and Orla Fitzgerald, is geared up to bring the beloved characters back to life for another round of unforgettable adventures.

The producers have issued a casting call for the new series, further details can be seen at www.theyoungoffenders.com. Stay tuned for more details about the transmission as the countdown to laughter begins!

In other exciting BBC TV news, viewers can rejoice as Michelle Keegan’s series, Ten Pound Poms, is confirmed for a second season. 

Keegan will reprise her role in the drama, narrating the compelling stories of British immigrants who made Australia their home post-World War II.

“The positive viewer response to Ten Pound Poms was a true delight,” shared writer, creator, and executive producer Danny Brocklehurst. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to be teaming again with the BBC, Stan, and Eleven to continue our characters’ adventure down under.”

The Young Offenders sneak peek images show Billy Murphy and Conor MacSweeney hiding in a wheelie bin and Sergeant Tony Healy, Conor’s mam Mairéad MacSweeney and Conor MacSweeney puckering up. Pictures: BBC