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Daily Mirror
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Grantchester star makes 'bittersweet' statement as he says goodbye to ITV show
Grantchester has been a staple on ITV since it began back in 2014, gaining huge popularity over the years. After enthralling fans for over a decade, ITV's hit show Grantchester is set to bid farewell. The period drama phenomenon has charmed fans since its 2014 debut, but this week brought the bittersweet news that the detective series will draw to a poignant close after its iconic 11 years on screens. Robson Green, known for his role as Geordie Keating, took to social media with a touching tribute in light of the revelation. He penned: "You know what they say.... all good things must come to an end. Being part of the final series of Grantchester has been one of the greatest honours and privileges of my life. "From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team - a group of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues; they have become family. "As we step into the 11th and final series, my heart is heavy with emotion but also filled with immense gratitude. It's a bittersweet moment, knowing that we are bringing this beautiful journey to a close." The beloved actor, aged 60, expressed a mix of sorrow over the closure yet joy for the treasured moments he's collected through the series, reports Cambridgeshire Live. Robson lavished praise on his Grantchester co-stars, reflecting on how the team evolved into much more than just a cast and crew but an entire community brimming with support and commitment. He wrapped up by saying: "I won't say goodbye because, for me, it will remain a beautiful lifelong connection. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. "The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I am confident that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed." Robson ended his post by thanking the fans who have been with them throughout the series. He expressed his gratitude for everything Grantchester has given him. It wasn't long before people commented on the actor's post, with many upset about the beloved series coming to an end. One person said: "Devastated to see my favorite show come to an end, but I'll forever cherish the beautiful work you've all done. I hope you'll get to team up with all three vicars in the final episode!" Another shared: "Robson NOOOOO don't make this the last please we need more of you on our screen!!! Please make more we love Grantchester it's a brilliant series to watch and there will be no one that can replace you. Please please make more! ! Great entertainment on our screen. I'm still watching re-runs. i flipping love it." Grantchester episodes are available to watch on ITVX.


Wales Online
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Grantchester star breaks silence as ITV show comes to an end after 11 years
Grantchester star breaks silence as ITV show comes to an end after 11 years Grantchester has been on TV screens since 2014, but this week it was confirmed that the show is coming to an end after over a decade. Rishi Nair chats about filming tenth series of Grantchester Grantchester, a hit period drama on ITV, has announced that it will wrap up after an impressive 11-year run since its premiere in 2014. The series has enjoyed significant popularity over the years, but fans were met with the news this week that the upcoming episodes will be its last. Robson Green, who portrays Geordie Keating in the crime-solving series, expressed his emotions in a touching message post-announcement. Reacting on social media, he commented: "You know what they say.... all good things must come to an end. Being part of the final series of Grantchester has been one of the greatest honours and privileges of my life. "From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team - a group of talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who have become more than colleagues; they have become family. Grantchester star breaks silence as ITV show comes to an end after 11 years (Image: ITV ) Article continues below "As we step into the 11th and final series, my heart is heavy with emotion but also filled with immense gratitude. It's a bittersweet moment, knowing that we are bringing this beautiful journey to a close." The esteemed actor, acknowledged that although it's disheartening to see the end of the show, the cherished memories accumulated over the years are sources of immense joy, reports Cambridgeshire Live. Reflecting on his time spent with the Grantchester cast and crew, Robson spoke fondly of the familial bonds formed and the supportive network that materialised from their work over the years. He reflected: "I won't say goodbye because, for me, it will remain a beautiful lifelong connection. I have made friendships forged through shared laughter, challenges, and triumphs. Actor Robson Green has played Geordie Keating since the very first season of Grantchester (Image: ITV ) "The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I am confident that they will endure long after the final scene within the Grantchester world has been filmed." Robson expressed his gratitude in his message by thanking the fans who have supported them throughout the series. He acknowledged how much he appreciates everything Grantchester has brought into his life. Fans quickly took to commenting on the actor's post, with many expressing sadness over the conclusion of the cherished series. The ITV show is coming to an end after 11 years on air (Image: ITV ) One individual commented: "Devastated to see my favorite show come to an end, but I'll forever cherish the beautiful work you've all done. I hope you'll get to team up with all three vicars in the final episode!" Another fan pleaded: "Robson NOOOOO don't make this the last please we need more of you on our screen!!! Please make more we love Grantchester it's a brilliant series to watch and there will be no one that can replace you. Please please make more!! Great entertainment on our screen. I'm still watching re-runs. I flipping love it." A third person added: "I'm Gutted this will be the final series. I've loved Grantchester since the beginning. Thanks for the 11 incredible series." Article continues below Grantchester episodes are available to watch on ITVX.


BBC News
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
ITV drama Grantchester to end following 11th series
A TV crime drama named after a Cambridgeshire village is to end following its 11th Grantchester features Robson Green as Det Insp Geordie Keating, helping to solve crimes in the village near Cambridge alongside vicar Alphy Kottaram, played by Rishi on the novels of James Runcie, the show initially starred Happy Valley star James Norton as the village vicar, Sidney Chambers, before Tom Brittney joined as new clergyman, Will 60, said it had "been an honour to share in the magic of Grantchester" and he was "forever grateful for the memories, the friendships, and the love". "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," he added. The BBC has contacted ITV for a comment on the announcement. 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."He is about to start filming his third series, in which his character will learn more about his past and will continue to get to know the bishop's daughter, the chief superintendent comes to Geordie with an offer that could also mean an end to his crime-solving partnership with the village show began in 2014 and averaged 6.6m viewers in its first series, which was set in the 1950s. Filming on the final series will being shortly, but ITV has yet to confirm when the 10th series will be screened. Follow Cambridgeshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans 'devastated' as 'brilliant' ITV crime drama set to end after 11 series
ITV has confirmed that one of its popular and long-running crime dramas is set to end. Grantchester, which follows a clergyman who helps investigate crimes in a small village, will end after its 11th series. Filming for the final season will begin this month, with Rishi Nair reprising the role of vicar Alphy Kottaram alongside Detective Inspector Geordie Keating, played by Robson Green. Both Nair and Green have said it was "an honour" to star in the beloved show. We're headed back to #GrantchesterPBS for one last adventure! 🔍 It's with happy tears that we announce that Grantchester has begun production on its 11th and final season. ❤️ We're so grateful to all the loyal viewers and can't wait to bring you the final chapter of this story. — MASTERPIECE | PBS (@masterpiecepbs) July 8, 2025 Grantchester fans are still waiting for series 10 to be released, with it premiering on PBS in the U.S on Sunday, June 15. A UK release date for Grantchester season 10 has not been revealed, but it has now been confirmed that series 11 will be its last. Rishi Nair plays vicar Alphy Kottaram, who helps to investigate crimes in the small village of Grantchester, in Cambridgeshire, alongside Detective Inspector Geordie Keating, played by Robson Green. Happy Valley star James Norton previously 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. It has gained many fans over the years, with one person on IMDb describing it as a "brilliantly written and acted" show. 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. Green thanked "everyone who has been part of this incredible journey", adding: "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 also thanked all the cast and crew, and said "it's been the greatest honour to step into the world of Grantchester and be part of a show with so much heart". On the show's end, writer, series creator and executive producer Daisy Coulam said: At its heart, Grantchester is a show about the power of friendship and love. "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." Following the news, many fans were sad to hear of the show's end. One said: "Nooo, please, this is devastating. This was my comfort show. We need a Leonard spin-off!" Another added: "I've been complaining that the seasons are too short, and here you are ending the series." Recommended reading: 'Top-class' ITV show ending after two series following 'difficult decision' 'B***** brilliant' BBC show adored by fans 'ending' after three seasons This City is Ours viewers receive 'best news' as BBC confirms show's return A third said: "Can hardly wait, and will be very sad to see this show leave." "So sad to see that Granchester is ending. Truly love this show and its entire cast of characters," said another gutted fan. Grantchester series one to nine are available on ITVX.


Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Beloved ITV crime series AXED after a whopping 11 years on screens as bosses mark 'the end of a golden chapter for drama'
ITV has confirmed that one of its most beloved dramas has been cancelled after 11 series on air in a move that will devastate fans. The broadcaster has confirmed Grantchester will officially come to an end as the 11th instalment kicks off filming. Making its debut in 2014, the show, which also airs on PBS in America, stars Robson Green as Geordie alongside Rishi Nair as Alphy. Confirming the show's end, 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. The broadcaster has confirmed Grantchester will officially come to an end as the 11th instalment kicks off filming 'Thank you to everyone who's been a part of the show in any way - big or small. I'll miss you terribly.' An ITV spokesperson confirmed filming has kicked off the final ever episodes and fans can see them next year. They've also revealed Al Weaver and Tessa Peake-Jones will reprise their roles as Leonard Finch and Mrs. C, as well as 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. Paying tribute to Grantchester, Robson 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 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.' The 11th series will be set in the heady Summer of '63 as Alphy is learning more about his past. 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. The 11th series will be set in the heady Summer of '63 as Alphy is learning more about his past Tom Brittney played fan-favourite Will in Grantchester but departed the series last year in a move that left fans devastated. He made the decision to leave the show in 2023, explaining that it was 'time for the baton to be passed'. At the time, one gutted fan took to X to say: 'I'm 29 years old and it's been a while since I cried at a TV show as hard as that.' Another posted, '#Will and #Geordie's friendship is beautiful. And watching Will leave is the heartbreaking evening I was completely not ready for.' A third added: 'Wow, Geordie to Will "I love you" and Will "I love you too". And he made Geordie proud every day.'