Netflix adds sequel to ‘inspiring’ British film based on incredible true story
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Netflix viewers can now watch the sequel to a film that was praised by fans as an ‘uplifting underdog tale’. Released in 2023, Bank of Dave was based on the real-life experiences of Dave Fishwick, a self-made millionaire from Burnley. It starred Rory Kinnear in the title role and followed Dave’s efforts to set up a community bank to help the town’s local businesses to thrive.
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However, he faced an uphill battle, taking on London’s elite financial institutions and competing to secure the first banking licence in more than 150 years. The original holds a 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where fans have called the movie a ‘superbly cast, feel good film’.
![[Undated film still from Bank Of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger. Pictured: Chrissy Metz as Jessica and Amit Shah as Oliver. See PA Feature SHOWBIZ Download Reviews. WARNING: This picture must only be used to accompany PA Feature SHOWBIZ Download Reviews. PA Photo. Picture credit should read: Netflix, Inc. All Rights Reserved. NOTE TO EDITORS: This picture must only be used to accompany PA Feature SHOWBIZ Download Reviews.]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_235130554-0fe3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
‘A heartwarming, surprisingly entertaining film that was inspirational. The fact that it is a “trueish” story (their words not mine) only made it all the more delightful,’ one shared. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video.
![[Editorial use only Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock (15082514v) Dave Fishwick 'This Morning' TV show, London, UK - 07 Jan 2025]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SEI_235260665-62af.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
Up Next. This week the sequel hit screens. Set two years after Dave founded his back, he now ‘takes on the predatory payday lenders bringing misery to his small English town’. It follows Jessica (Chrissy Metz), an American investigative reporter, and Oliver (Amit Shah), a local Citizen’s Advice counsellor, teaming up with Dave to bring down predatory corporations that are preying on the poor and vulnerable.
