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As the latest series of Vera comes to an end, fans of the popular ITV detective drama have received mixed news about the show's future. While co-star Brenda Blethyn revealed that there are currently 'no plans' for more episodes, David Leon, who made a surprising return to the series for its 13th season, shared a 'glimmer of hope' for the show's continuation. Last year brought unexpected developments for Vera enthusiasts when Kenny Doughty, who portrayed sidekick Aiden Healy, announced his departure.
Following this revelation, it was disclosed that David Leon, who played Joe Ashworth and left the show almost a decade ago, would be making a return in series 13. The specifics of David's comeback were kept under wraps, sparking speculation among fans about the role Joe would assume upon his return. In the latest episode, viewers witnessed Joe's return, creating tension with DCI Stanhope as he declared his intention to 'observe' due to perceived shortcomings in their investigative approach.
However, by the end of the first episode, Joe had decided to make his return more permanent, reuniting him with his former partner in crime. As fans gear up for the series finale titled Salt & Vinegar, which airs on Sunday, January 21, uncertainty looms about the future of Vera. Brenda Blethyn, who plays the lead role, dented hopes by stating that there are currently no plans for additional episodes.
However, David offered a glimmer of optimism, suggesting that Vera might return. Quizzed about the show's future, David remarked: "Vera will continue for as long as the demand for it remains and Brenda feels like she can continue to surprise herself and be challenged by it. She puts so much into it, and it is an exhausting shoot.
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Stars of ITV's Vera have bid farewell to the hit show after the thirteenth series came to a close, and it's yet to be revealed if another season will be made. The popular detective drama focuses on DCI Vera Stanhope, played by Brenda Blethyn, and began airing in 2011.The latest series starred the likes of Julia Sawalha, Emily Kathryn, David Leon and Jake Lowe. Riley Jones, who has played DC Mark Edwards in Vera since 2011, shared a goodbye message to fans on social media after the 13th series finished airing, where he thanked viewers for their support as well as his co-stars.
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ITV have confirmed which show will replace its latest drama, Vera, after the Brenda Blethyn series came to an end.The show, which aired a Christmas special, followed by series 13, ended on Sunday, January 21. But if fans are worried that they will be without a binge-worthy series, they don't need to, as it's been confirmed that the second series of police drama Trigger Point will be airing on Sunday 28.
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DCI Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn ) investigates when the body of the co-owner of a chip shop is found in his own freezer. A seemingly successful entrepreneur and dedicated family man, Vera uncovers secrets, lies and some unforgivable behaviour as she tries to unwrap the case. Once the investigation begins, it soon becomes apparent that our enigmatic entrepreneur has left behind debts, broken promises, ruined lives and seriously interfered in family business that was not his own.
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TV icon Brenda Blethyn has returned to our screens as the titular detective, DCI Vera Stanhope in the new series of ITV's Vera, but off screen has a huge family.The drama series returned on Sunday, January 7, much to the delight of Vera fans as series 13 kicked off with more complex crimes needing to be solved in Northumberland. Brenda, 77, has played the leading role of DCI Vera since the show launched in 2011 and has delighted fans ever since. But away from the cameras, what else do we know about the leading lady? From growing up with eight siblings to being introduced to film by her parents.
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David Leon has reprised his role as DS Joe Ashworth in ITV's Vera after a decade away from the series, but he also starred in a forgotten TV role and had a football career. The actor, 43, who first starred in the ITV drama from 2011 to 2014, returned to his role with a bang on Sunday, January 7, much to the delight of Vera fans as series 13 kicked off.The new series also welcomed back Brenda Blethyn playing the titular detective, DCI Vera Stanhope, while Kenny Doughty, who played Aiden Healy and Ibinabo Jack, who portrayed DC Jacqueline Williams have not returned for this series.
DCI Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn) is on track to uncover an intriguing yet puzzling case when the body of a sickly young girl is discovered in a railway siding in series 13, episode 2, Tender. Found in the middle of nowhere, the girl could be anyone but the investigation soon turns up twists and turns that makes Vera question who this girl actually was. A vulnerable young person with a serious health condition, has her weakened state allowed someone to take advantage of her? And how does the family dynamic work when she’s not truly part of the family? A tale of intrigue, betrayal and blurred lines, Vera’ s investigation questions the meaning of family, care and accountability.