Colin from Accounts, BBC Two, season 2 review: Aussie dog-com remains the best in show

Is it necessary to have another season of the TV show Colin from Accounts on BBC Two? Sometimes, a comedy can come out so perfectly that wanting more seems selfish and risky. What if the next season is not as original or does not shine as brightly?

The popular show featuring a dog named Colin, played by real-life couple Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, has returned to Sydney. The story picks up right where it left off with medical student Ashley Mulden and bar-owner Gordon Crapp realizing they can't be apart. They plan to retrieve Colin, the disabled dog who initially brought them together. Despite handing Colin over to a cocky family, last seen with their daughter Berlin who renamed him Peppy, Ashley and Gordon are determined to bring him back.

The first episode is lighthearted and comedic, suggesting that the script may have taken on too much to sustain the charm for the rest of the series. However, when Colin returns with a surprising twist, any doubts are dispelled and the new season takes on a fresh direction.

The main source of humor is no longer the age difference between the couple. The joke now revolves around the potential issues that could put strain on their relationship: Gordon's past relationships and interest in adult films compared to Ashley's anxieties and occasional wardrobe malfunctions. Throughout all of this, Colin's presence is largely symbolic. He remains in the background until a poignant moment when Gordon, trying to cope with loss, attempts to turn him into a television sensation.

Why is it successful? The humor of discomfort is extremely well-executed. Additionally, you can't help but cheer for the main characters as they mock their fears and social awkwardness. In one episode, they face off against a formidable lesbian named Rumi (Virginia Gay). In another, they are intimidated by Gordon's intimidating father Brian (John Howard). The most emotional episode involves Ashley not showing up for a carefully planned dinner, and their anguish at being separated is evident as they both endure a challenging night of self-reflection, even if it's portrayed comically.

This second season moves happily towards a wedding finale that will definitely leave fans wanting a third season.

Catch Colin from the accounting department on BBC Two next Tuesday, September 3rd at 10pm. You can also watch it on BBC Player.