The high-stakes financial drama Industry is back with a vengeance, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next instalment of its fourth season. The hit BBC and HBO series, which returned to screens recently, continues to chart the cutthroat world of finance with its signature blend of steamy scenes and corporate backstabbing.
When and Where to Watch Episode 2
For viewers wondering when they can dive back into the drama, the schedule is now confirmed. Industry season four, episode two is titled 'The Commander and the Grey Lady'. It will make its debut on HBO and HBO Max in the USA on Sunday, January 18 at 9pm Eastern Standard Time.
UK audiences can then catch the episode on BBC iPlayer from 6am GMT on Monday, January 19. For those who prefer traditional broadcast, the episode will also air on BBC One later that same day at 10.40pm. The series continues with a weekly release model, with new episodes dropping each Monday on iPlayer.
What to Expect in 'The Commander and the Grey Lady'
The official synopsis from the BBC sets the festive yet fraught scene. It reveals: “Tis the season to be jolly, but in Somerset, Yasmin and Henry have slipped back into old habits. Eager for change, Yasmin plans a big festive celebration for Henry’s birthday, bringing the industry to the Mucks.”
The description continues, hinting at further intrigue: “Whitney seeks Henry out and makes him an offer that would see him return to the public stage. At the party, Harper takes the chance to learn a bit more about the enigma that is Whitney.” This promises the complex character dynamics and power plays that have become the show's hallmark.
A Broader Scope for Season Four
This new season marks a significant shift for the characters following the dissolution of Pierpoint & Co., the firm where the graduate scheme began. The main players are now navigating new ventures and fresh dilemmas, all while maintaining their intense work-hard, party-hard lifestyles.
The ensemble cast is led once again by Myha'la as Harper Stern and Marisa Abela as Yasmin Kara-Hanani. They are joined by returning stars including Kit Harington, Ken Leung, Miriam Petche, Sagar Radia, and Toheeb Jimoh. Exciting new additions to the cast this season include Amy James-Kelly from Coronation Street, Jack Farthing of Poldark, Kiernan Shipka from Mad Men, and Max Minghella of The Handmaid's Tale.
Series creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay have promised that season four expands the show's ambition. They stated it would feature: “Broader scope. Higher stakes. Deeper, more intricate storytelling. More entertainment. Darker. Funnier.” They highlighted the season's core themes as exploring who owns the truth, the intersection of identity and entrepreneurship, and the interdependence of fascism and capitalism.
Reflecting on the show's success, the creators credited the compelling portrayal of work, the high calibre of acting, and the show's ability to reinvent itself each season. Industry season four consists of eight episodes in total, with new instalments arriving weekly on BBC iPlayer every Monday.
