BBC returning drama with Ashley Jensen lands release date

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BBC returning drama lands release dateJamie Simpson - BBC

The BBC has announced a release date for season 9 of Shetland.

The detective drama was renewed for a ninth and tenth instalment earlier this year, with Ashley Jensen (who plays Ruth Calder) and Alison O'Donnell (who plays Alison 'Tosh' McIntosh) set to reprise their roles.

According to Radio Times, the broadcaster has now confirmed that Shetland will be back on our screens on Wednesday, November 6. Season 9 will commence at 9pm, airing on BBC One and streaming on BBC iPlayer.

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Steven Robertson (who plays DC Sandy Wilson), Lewis Howden (who plays Sergeant Billy McCabe) and Anne Kidd (who plays forensic pathologist Cora McLean) are also set to make their comeback for the upcoming season.

Speaking of the double series renewal, Jensen said: "I'm thrilled I'll be returning to the Shetland Isles again to play the wonderfully complex DI Ruth Calder. The reaction to the last series was incredible and I'm excited at the prospect of unravelling more intrigue.

"The Shetland Isles are breathtaking – without a doubt one of the most memorable and unique filming locations I've been to. I'm looking forward to jumping on that wee plane again and returning soon."

alison o'donnell and ashley jensen film shetland
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Details regarding the upcoming plot have not yet been revealed, however season 9 will welcome some new faces, including Mr Bates vs The Post Office star Ian Hart.

The guest cast will also feature Robert Jack (Damaged), Lesley Hart (River City), Jimmy Yuill (EastEnders), Vincent Regan (One Piece), Stuart Campbell (SAS Rogue Heroes) and Nalini Chetty (Six Four).

"I'm looking forward to embarking on a Shetland adventure – it's a place I've always wanted to visit and to do so with this incredible drama is wonderful," said Hart.

Shetland season 9 will air on BBC One and stream on BBC iPlayer on November 6, 2024.


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