Hit show starring Robert Carlyle returns for new series – and it’s just weeks away

A HIT show starring Robert Carlyle is returning for a brand new series - and fans don't have long to wait.

The actor's Sky Max series Cobra: Rebellion is returning for a third instalment.

Fans of the original drama don't have long to wait either as the new run begins on October 12th.

It will broadcast on both Sky and NOW TV.

, will be back playing the role of Prime Minister Sutherland who remains in office.

The Crown's Victoria Hamilton has also reprised her role as his chief of staff Anna.

During this series viewers will watch as Sutherland's popularity plummets - and he faces more challenges than ever before.

An environmental protest will end with grave consequences resulting in an inquest being opened.

While his home life crisis continues, the Prime Minister's confidence in his team will start to dwindle.

The brand new series will consist of six hour-long episodes.

Fans have been left delighted by the news - with some already calling for a fourth series.

Taking to social media, one said: "We haven’t even seen #COBRA yet and I’m already thinking that the show should be renewed for Season 4 because it looks really good! They nail it everytime!"

A second wrote: "Counting down to the new episodes I can't wait."

"Looks good, must check this out," said a third.