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Leader Live
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
ITV drama Grantchester to end after 11th series
Filming for the final season will begin this month, with Rishi Nair reprising the role of vicar Alphy Kottaram, a clergyman who helps to investigate crimes in the small village of Grantchester, Cambridgeshire, alongside Detective Inspector Geordie Keating, played by Robson Green. Happy Valley star James Norton starred as the village's vicar, Sidney Chambers, from 2014 to 2019, before Tom Brittney joined as the new vicar, Will Davenport, who was later replaced by Nair's character. Green, 60, said: 'From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues. 'They have become family. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. 'The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. 'Emma Kingsman Lloyd (executive producer) and Daisy Coulam (writer and series creator), from that very first day you gave me the extraordinary opportunity to be part of this experience. 'It has been an honour to share in the magic of Grantchester, and I am forever grateful for the memories, the friendships, and the love that this journey has given me. I hope I made you proud.' Nair, 34, said: 'It's been the greatest honour to step into the world of Grantchester and be part of a show with so much heart. 'Over two seasons — and now as we begin filming our third — I've had the privilege of telling stories that mean so much to so many, and I'm deeply thankful for that. As we begin filming this final chapter, I do so with a full heart and endless gratitude — for the memories, the friendships, and the incredible journey we've shared. 'To the entire cast and crew — thank you for your unwavering support, love, and warmth that you all bring onto set every day. 'Working alongside you all, and more importantly getting to know you, has been a true privilege and joy.' In the final series, Alphy will learn more about his past and will continue to get to know the bishop's daughter, Meg. Elsewhere, the chief superintendent comes to Geordie with a tempting offer that could also mean an end to his crime-solving partnership with Alphy. The show is adapted from the Grantchester Mysteries novels by James Runcie and was developed for TV by Coulman.
South Wales Guardian
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
ITV drama Grantchester to end after 11th series
Filming for the final season will begin this month, with Rishi Nair reprising the role of vicar Alphy Kottaram, a clergyman who helps to investigate crimes in the small village of Grantchester, Cambridgeshire, alongside Detective Inspector Geordie Keating, played by Robson Green. Happy Valley star James Norton starred as the village's vicar, Sidney Chambers, from 2014 to 2019, before Tom Brittney joined as the new vicar, Will Davenport, who was later replaced by Nair's character. Green, 60, said: 'From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues. 'They have become family. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. 'The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. 'Emma Kingsman Lloyd (executive producer) and Daisy Coulam (writer and series creator), from that very first day you gave me the extraordinary opportunity to be part of this experience. 'It has been an honour to share in the magic of Grantchester, and I am forever grateful for the memories, the friendships, and the love that this journey has given me. I hope I made you proud.' Nair, 34, said: 'It's been the greatest honour to step into the world of Grantchester and be part of a show with so much heart. 'Over two seasons — and now as we begin filming our third — I've had the privilege of telling stories that mean so much to so many, and I'm deeply thankful for that. As we begin filming this final chapter, I do so with a full heart and endless gratitude — for the memories, the friendships, and the incredible journey we've shared. 'To the entire cast and crew — thank you for your unwavering support, love, and warmth that you all bring onto set every day. 'Working alongside you all, and more importantly getting to know you, has been a true privilege and joy.' In the final series, Alphy will learn more about his past and will continue to get to know the bishop's daughter, Meg. Elsewhere, the chief superintendent comes to Geordie with a tempting offer that could also mean an end to his crime-solving partnership with Alphy. The show is adapted from the Grantchester Mysteries novels by James Runcie and was developed for TV by Coulman.
RTÉ News
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
ITV drama Grantchester to end after 11th series
Crime drama Grantchester is to end following its 11th series, ITV has announced. Filming for the final season will begin this month, with Rishi Nair reprising the role of vicar Alphy Kottaram, a clergyman who helps to investigate crimes in the small village of Grantchester, Cambridgeshire, alongside Detective Inspector Geordie Keating, played by Robson Green. Happy Valley star James Norton starred as the village's vicar, Sidney Chambers, from 2014 to 2019, before Tom Brittney joined as the new vicar, Will Davenport, who was later replaced by Nair's character Green, 60, said: "From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues. "They have become family. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. "The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. "Emma Kingsman Lloyd (executive producer) and Daisy Coulam (writer and series creator), from that very first day you gave me the extraordinary opportunity to be part of this experience. "It has been an honour to share in the magic of Grantchester, and I am forever grateful for the memories, the friendships, and the love that this journey has given me. I hope I made you proud." Nair, 34, said: "It's been the greatest honour to step into the world of Grantchester and be part of a show with so much heart. "Over two seasons - and now as we begin filming our third - I've had the privilege of telling stories that mean so much to so many, and I'm deeply thankful for that. As we begin filming this final chapter, I do so with a full heart and endless gratitude - for the memories, the friendships, and the incredible journey we've shared. "To the entire cast and crew - thank you for your unwavering support, love, and warmth that you all bring onto set every day. "Working alongside you all, and more importantly getting to know you, has been a true privilege and joy." In the final series, Alphy will learn more about his past and will continue to get to know the bishop's daughter, Meg. Elsewhere, the chief superintendent comes to Geordie with a tempting offer that could also mean an end to his crime-solving partnership with Alphy. The show is adapted from the Grantchester Mysteries novels by James Runcie and was developed for TV by Coulman.
Edinburgh Live
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
ITV Grantchester fans devastated after 'heartbreaking' final season announcement
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info ITV has shattered the hearts of many by confirming that the much-loved Grantchester will be back for an eleventh season, which will also mark its last. The hit crime drama, which transports viewers to the 1950s, debuted in 2014, and fans are keenly awaiting the yet-to-be-released tenth season. And it's now been revealed that it'll be the penultimate, with filming for the final series beginning this month as the show comes to an end after 11 years. The final bow will feature Robson Green reprising his role as Geordie alongside Rishi Nair as Alphy, with Al Weaver returning as Leonard Finch, Tessa Peake-Jones as Mrs. C, Kacey Ainsworth as Cathy Keating, Oliver Dimsdale as Daniel Marlowe, Nick Brimble as Jack Chapman, Bradley Hall as DC Larry Peters and Melissa Johns as Miss Scott. Disconsolate fans have taken to social media, lamenting the end of an era, even though they've been assured that Geordie and Alphy will be "going out with a bang", reports Cambridgeshire Live. One tormented viewer expressed: "I feel like I'm going to cry when it ends. I love the characters on this show." While another simply let out a heartrending " (Image: ITV) "Say it isn't so," a dismayed fan begged, as others shared their grief, with comments like: "This always happens to the best shows." Daisy Coulam, writer, series creator and executive producer, said: "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 who've been there since the beginning) have met each Summer to film. And it's been an absolute joy. "Thank you to James Runcie for entrusting us with his characters. Thank you to the lovely people of real Grantchester. Thank you to everyone who's been a part of the show in any way - big or small. I'll miss you terribly." (Image: ITV) Emma Kingsman-Lloyd, Executive Producer for Kudos, added: "We are absolutely delighted to be returning for another series of Grantchester adventures. "After eleven incredible series, and the most wonderful experiences with a fantastic cast and crew, we have decided to bid a very fond farewell to our favourite crime fighting duo. "Audiences are in for the most ambitious and thrilling series yet – Geordie and Alphy are going out with a bang!" With the news of the final series, Robson shared: "From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues. They have become family. (Image: Supplied) "I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed. "Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey. Emma Kingsman Lloyd and Daisy that very first day you gave me the extraordinary opportunity to be part of this experience It has been an honour to share in the magic of Grantchester, and I am forever grateful for the memories, the friendships, and the love that this journey has given me. I hope I made you proud." (Image: Supplied) Rishi also commented: "It's been the greatest honour to step into the world of Grantchester and be part of a show with so much heart. Over two seasons-and now as we begin filming our third-I've had the privilege of telling stories that mean so much to so many, and I'm deeply thankful for that. "As we begin filming this final chapter, I do so with a full heart and endless gratitude-for the memories, the friendships, and the incredible journey we've shared. To the entire cast and crew-thank you for your unwavering support, love, and warmth that you all bring onto set every day. Working alongside you all, and more importantly getting to know you, has been a true privilege and joy." The new season will take place in the summer of 1963, and reveal Alphy learning more about his past as he comes to realize that there is a whole other life he could have led, making him question who he is and what he believes in. (Image: ITV) The synopsis goes on to tease that Geordie is "positively brimming with bonhomie!" "He's learned to weather the storms of life and is enjoying a time of relative peace," it adds. He receives a "beguiling offer" that could be a chance to finally be in charge or an end to his crime solving days and partnership with Alphy. "In Series 11 everyone will question the paths they are on, and some huge decisions will be made. This season will look at family, forgiveness, identity, and faith – big changes are coming to Grantchester..." ITV hinted. Grantchester is available to watch on ITVX.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Grantchester to End With Season 11 — Find Out When It Will Air
Get ready to bid Grantchester adieu. MASTERPIECE on PBS confirmed on Tuesday that Grantchester Season 11, which begins filming this month, will in fact be the mystery series' final season. More from TVLine HGTV's Battle on the Beach Cancelled After 4 Seasons, Says Co-Host No Good Deed Done (For Now) at Netflix Pulse Cancelled at Netflix After 1 Season Returning for the farewell run — which is on track for a 2026 premiere — are Robson Green as Geordie, Rishi Nair as Alphy, Al Weaver as Leonard Finch, Tessa Peake-Jones as Mrs. C, Kacey Ainsworth as Cathy Keating, Oliver Dimsdale as Daniel Marlowe, Nick Brimble as Jack Chapman, Bradley Hall as DC Larry Peters and Melissa Johns as Miss Scott. See a photo of the cast at the final season premiere's read-through: As Season 11 gets underway, 'It's the heady Summer of '63, and Alphy is learning more about his past,' the official synopsis begins. 'He comes to realize that there is a whole other life he could have led, making him question who he is and what he believes in. He's also continuing to get to know Meg, the Bishop's daughter….' Geordie, meanwhile, 'for once is positively brimming with bonhomie! He's learned to weather the storms of life and is enjoying a time of relative peace,' and 'Cathy's happy now that CeCe's Fashion Boutique is a success, and the kids are old enough to look after themselves.' But then, out of the blue, 'the Chief Superintendent comes to Geordie with a beguiling offer,' the overview continues. 'It could be a chance for Geordie to finally be in charge, but it could also mean an end of his crime solving days. And his crime solving partnership with Alphy.' Elsewhere, Leonard, during a quiet period at the halfway house, is led to 'take stock of his own life and whether he's doing enough with it. When one of Daniel's neighbors becomes ill, Leonard is drawn into helping care for the neighbor's son, Raymond – and discovers a paternal side to himself he never knew he had.' All told, 'In Season 11 everyone will question the paths they are on, and some huge decisions will be made. This season will look at family, forgiveness, identity, and faith…. Big changes are coming to Grantchester.' Series creator Daisy Coulam said 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 who've been there since the beginning) have met each Summer to film. And it's been an absolute joy.' Susanne Simpson, MASTERPIECE Head of Scripted Content, added, 'Grantchester has been one of the rare series that has a certain magic to everything about it. The show has found its way into the hearts of countless MASTERPIECE viewers with its warmth, humor, and sense of community…. We are so proud to have been a part of this extraordinary partnership for so long.' Longtime franchise front man Robson Green said, 'From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues. They have become family. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible journey.' Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
