Iconic return
Reboot of classic 80s detective series Bergerac finally gets release date – and fans don’t have long to wait
The classic 80s drama will see Damien Molony take on the classic role
CRIME drama series Bergerac is due to making its way back to TV screens - and the reboot won't be keeping fans waiting for its anticipated return.
The classic 1980s detective series is set to air on screen in a matter of weeks, with fans eagerly awaiting the reboot of the detective series.
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The 80s crime drama series will air on Thursday 27th February at 9pm on U&Drama.
The series will welcome Brassic actor Damien Molony to step into the title role of Jim Bergerac for the forthcoming drama.
Molony, also known for high-profile roles including in the BBC legal drama The Split, will take on the character of the conflicted detective battling his inner demons.
Following the recent death of his wife, he will struggle with grief and also alcoholism.
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The reboot is based on the original mystery drama which famously starred John Nettles.
It first made its debut on BBC One in 1981 and it ran on the channel for nine series until 1991.
Now the show has been re-imagined with a contemporary twist, although bosses have promised that the new series will honour the beloved original.
The new series will also welcome a star studded cast including Zoe Wanamaker, Life On Mars' Philip Glenister, Killing Eve actor Robert Gilbert, Pippa Haywood from Bodyguard, and Casualty actress Sasha Behar.
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UKTV has announced that the series will be available to stream in full from Thursday 27th February on its streaming service, U.
The six-part series will focus on one crime throughout, as viewers watch as a woman from a prominent family from Jersey is murdered.
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Bergerac is called upon to solve the case but first he needs to tackle his demons to become the formidable detective he once used to be.
He will be forced to use his sharp instincts and lessons from previous cases when a convict from his past resurfaces.
But as he navigates the intricate family dynamics combined with the overseeing eye of the police force, will he be able to solve the mystery?
Speaking about the role, Damien exclaimed: "I'm incredibly excited to be stepping into the role of Jim Bergerac.
"John Nettles has left an incredible legacy with big shoes to fill, and I hope I can bring a fresh new take on this iconic character."
He added: "I can't wait for audiences to join me on this journey."
Bergerac will premiere on Thursday 27th February at 9pm and viewers will be able to watch on U&Drama.
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