Grantchester heads for one last adventure as production begins on final season

Express Tribune

2 days ago

The beloved British period drama Grantchester will wrap up after its 11th season, as confirmed by PBS Masterpiece and ITV. The show, which has captivated audiences for a decade, will conclude its run on both networks, marking the end of a remarkable journey.
Starring Robson Green as Geordie Keating, the series features an ensemble cast including Rishi Nair as Alphy Kottaram, Al Weaver as Leonard Finch, Tessa Peake-Jones as Mrs. C, and Kacey Ainsworth as Cathy Keating, among others. The show, known for its exploration of friendship, love, and mystery, has maintained a dedicated fanbase since its debut in 2015.
Series creator and executive producer Daisy Coulam shared her gratitude in a statement: "At its heart, Grantchester is a show about the power of friendship and love. We've been so lucky over the last 11 series to experience that on and off-screen. For over a decade now, cast and crew, many of whom have been with us since the beginning, have come together every summer to film, and it's been an absolute joy."
The series first aired as an ITV original before expanding to PBS Masterpiece, quickly becoming a staple of the channel's programming. In its early seasons, Grantchester featured James Norton as the vicar Sidney Chambers. However, from Season 4, Tom Brittney's Will Davenport became the central character, with Rishi Nair joining the cast in Season 9 as Alphy Kottaram, who will also close out the show.
Susanne Simpson, Masterpiece's Head of Scripted Content, praised the show's unique blend of warmth, humor, and community. "It has been a joy to work with the brilliant team behind Grantchester," Simpson said. "We are proud to have been part of this extraordinary partnership for so long."
Masterpiece is presented on PBS by GBH Boston.