The second season of The Mallorca Files, a popular British TV drama, was released on BBC One on February 1, 2021. This show is a police drama that many fans enjoyed, especially during the lockdown when people could only dream of a trip to the Mediterranean. The series follows two detectives, Miranda Blake from Britain and Max Winter from Germany, as they solve crimes on the beautiful island of Mallorca. Let’s take a look at where they filmed the second season.
Where Was “The Mallorca Files Season 2” Filmed?
Filming for the second season was interrupted because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally, there were supposed to be ten episodes, but only six were made. Even though some actors were expected to return, they didn’t. The episodes were written by Rachael New, Alex McBride, Jackie Okwera, and Emily Fairweather, with Rob Evans directing. The episodes that were not filmed might be included in the third season. Producer Ben Donald said that post-production for the six episodes was completed in August 2020. Phil Daniels and Josette Simon were also confirmed to be guest actors in this season.
Cala Anguila
Many of the beach scenes in The Mallorca Files were filmed on Cala Anguila, located in Porto Cristo Novo. In the first episode of season two, there is a sad scene where a woman drowns herself. Cala Anguila is a small cove beach on the eastern side of the island. It is a quiet place surrounded by Mediterranean plants and pine trees, making it perfect for swimming.
Artà
In the second episode of season two, Max and Miranda visit a mountain village where a man has gone missing. These scenes were filmed in Artà, a beautiful village in the northeast part of Mallorca. Artà is known for showing the real, rural side of Mallorca, and it has not been changed much by tourism.
Estadi Son Moix
In the fourth episode, Max and Miranda look into threats against Rico Alonso, a star player for Real Mallorca. The crew was able to film at the real-life home of the Real Mallorca FC, called Estadi Son Moix. The opening scenes were even filmed during a live football match, for which the camera crew had to get special permission.
Rancho Grande Park
In the sixth episode, Max and Miranda investigate credit card fraud against tourists at a horse riding ranch. This ranch, called Rancho Grande Park, is the largest horse ranch in Mallorca. It is very popular with tourists because of its stunning views of the mountains.
Cuevas del Drach
Cuevas del Drach, also known as the Caves of Drach, are one of the main tourist attractions on the island. These caves appear in the first episode of season two, where an opera singer is thought to be murdered. The caves are famous for their beautiful rock formations and a magnificent underground lake.
The second season of The Mallorca Files beautifully captures the stunning landscapes and unique locations of Mallorca. Despite the challenges of filming during the pandemic, the show managed to use some of the island’s most picturesque spots. From peaceful beaches to historic villages and famous tourist sites, each location added to the charm and excitement of the series. Fans of the show not only get to enjoy a good crime drama but also experience the beauty of Mallorca through the screen.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – The Mallorca Files Season 2
Q: Where was The Mallorca Files Season 2 filmed?
A: The Mallorca Files Season 2 was filmed in various locations on the island of Mallorca, Spain. Key filming locations include Cala Anguila in Porto Cristo Novo for beach scenes, the village of Artà for mountain village scenes, Estadi Son Moix for scenes involving a football match, Rancho Grande Park for horse riding scenes, and Cuevas del Drach (Caves of Drach) for scenes involving an opera singer.
Q: What is the release date of The Mallorca Files Season 2?
A: The Mallorca Files Season 2 was released on BBC One on February 1, 2021.
Q: Why was the second season of The Mallorca Files shorter than planned?
A: The second season of The Mallorca Files was shorter than initially planned due to interruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Out of the ten episodes originally planned, only six were completed and aired.
Q: Did any cast members not return for the second season of The Mallorca Files?
A: Yes, Nacho Aldeguer and Tanya Moodie did not return for the second season, despite Moodie having been a regular cast member. The change in cast was one of the adjustments made due to the challenges posed by the pandemic.
