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Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside Midsomer Murders' John Nettles' reason for quitting show after 14 years
Midsomer Murders fans can gear up for some iconic episodes from the detective series based on the novels by Caroline Graham Midsomer Murders enthusiasts are in for a treat as ITV rolls out classic episodes of the beloved detective series, originally penned by Caroline Graham. The network has been broadcasting reruns as Neil Dudgeon returns to our screens as DCI John Barnaby, following in the footsteps of John Nettles who portrayed DCI Tom Barnaby from the show's inception until season 13. Nettles bowed out of Midsomer Murders back in February 2009, with his swansong episode airing in 2011, drawing the curtain on a memorable chapter, reports the Express. Explaining his exit, Nettles expressed a desire to seek new ventures and dodge the title of 'the oldest detective in the business'. Speaking to The Telegraph, he reminisced: "I never thought when we were filming the pilot The Killings at Badger's Drift in 1996 that I would go on to film so many episodes." He reflected on the series fondly, noting: "It has been a joy to be involved in such a long-running series with so many good actors and great storylines. It's the end of an era for me." Acknowledging the weight of his decision, he revealed: "I'll have been doing Midsomer Murders for 14 years by the time Barnaby leaves." He also touched on the personal connections formed during his tenure, adding: "I've formed familial ties with the people involved in the show and they will be hard to break. "It's always wise to leave people wanting more, rather than be booed off the stage because you bored them." The seasoned actor, at 81 years of age, went on to grace the screen in Poldark as Ray Penvenen. Later, he lent his voice as a narrator, weaving stories for the series Devon and Cornwall and My Unique B&B. In a nostalgic twist, he returned as DCI Barnaby in 2020 for the TV special Britain's Favourite Detective. Catch Midsomer Murders on ITV, airing at 8pm.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Well-loved murder mystery TV show adaptation set for Bromley theatre
The popular TV show Midsomer Murders is set to play at Bromley's Churchill Theatre next year in a brand-new theatrical production. This new theatrical production entitled Midsomer Murders: Killings on Badger Drift, directed by Guy Usworth, will tour at Bromley's Churchill Theatre from May 12 to May 16, 2026 and is based on the popular ITV adaptation that has been gracing Britain's TV screens for 28 years. The set design by David Woodhead brings to life the charming village of Badger's Drift, along with lighting design by Matt Haskins and sound design by Ella Wahlström. Produced by Nicholson Green Productions and Colin Ingram, the plot tells the story of DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy, as they investigate the murder of well-loved spinster Emily Simpson in the village of Badger's Drift, in a reimagining of this classic story based on the book by Caroline Graham. The plot tells the story of DCI Tom Barnaby and Sergeant Gavin Troy, as they investigate the murder of well-loved spinster Emily Simpson. (Image: Churchill Theatre) Caroline Graham said of Guy Unsworth's adaptation for the stage: 'It's fast paced and witty and has everything an audience wants: bizarre murders and a beautiful setting. I am delighted to be a part of it and to see The Killings at Badger's Drift on the stage.' Speaking on the news John Nettles, the original Inspector Barnaby, said: 'I'm thrilled to hear that the exploits of those in Midsomer's Badger's Drift are being brought to the stage. How exciting.' Midsomer Murders: Killings on Badger Drift will play at Bromley's Churchill Theatre from May 12 to May 16, 2026 with tickets on sale from June 27, 2025.