Some shows fade from memory the minute the credits roll. Normal People isn’t one of them.
Since Normal People is now back on Netflix, maybe they can convince BBC to finally do a second season like the audience has been wanting all along.
Normal People really is one of those rare shows that deserves more recognition. It’s already got a loyal cult following, but somehow it was never green-lit for season two. That’s baffling, because there’s still so much more story to explore. Even Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones have said they’d be open to returning, so it’s not like the stars weren’t interested. I’m honestly confused why no one made it happen.
When it dropped in 2020, it became more than just a hit series! It was a lockdown phenomenon. People were bingeing it overnight, flooding Twitter with quotes, making TikTok edits set to moody indie tracks, and writing think pieces about Connell’s chain. It earned multiple Emmy nominations, a BAFTA for Paul Mescal, and cemented itself as one of the most talked-about shows of the year.
The show was directed by Lenny Abrahamson and Hettie Macdonald, and both are masterful storytellers. The way they capture the quiet moments, the emotional pauses, and the subtleties of human connection is just beautiful.
Connell and Marianne’s love story starting from secondary school and carrying through their years at Trinity College feels so real it almost hurts. It’s a deeply human story about love, miscommunication, mental health, class, and the way people can both save and hurt each other over time.
Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones are just brilliant together. Their chemistry is off the charts, but what’s even more impressive is how nuanced their performances are. Paul brings this quiet vulnerability to Connell, and Daisy gives Marianne both fragility and steel in equal measure. Daisy’s Irish accent in the series is pitch-perfect, making it easy to forget she’s actually from London it’s just another sign of how talented she is!
Visually, the show is stunning. The Irish landscapes, especially those windswept beach scenes, are like characters of their own. The cinematography makes everything feel intimate but cinematic at the same time.
Mini Review:
Normal People isn’t just another romance it’s an emotional deep dive into the complexities of love, friendship, class, and self-discovery. It’s slow in the best way, allowing moments to breathe and feelings to linger. Every scene feels intentional, and the soundtrack is perfectly chosen to enhance the mood without overpowering it. This is a series that stays with you, and it’s one of those rare adaptations that arguably feels richer than the book.
If TV executives are still wondering whether to bring it back, here’s the answer: yes. Before another year passes, give Connell and Marianne the ending or new beginning they deserve.