ITV is well known and well-loved for its dramas - from the tense thriller Liar to the adored period drama Downton Abbey. Now the channel has announced an impressive line-up of dramas to enjoy this autumn.
When the nights begin to draw in and the temperatures start to drop there is no better time to cwtch up in front of the TV and enjoy a good drama. ITV is promising the return of some drama favourites as well as hoping to get viewers gripped with new shows, characters and plot twists.
Here is everything you need to know about the dramas coming to ITV this autumn.
Doc Martin
The popular drama series Doc Martin, which follows the life of grumpy medic Doc Martin, is back for the final time. This will be the tenth and final series of the show, which is in the idyllic setting of Cornwall.
Martin Clunes will return as Doc Martin and there will be eight new episodes in this series. There has been no air date announced for Doc Martin yet.
The Suspect
Beginning on Monday, August 29, the new ITV drama The Suspect will continue to air in September. Poldark frontman Aidan Turner will star as the lead of Doctor Joe O'Loughlin.
Joe appears to have a perfect life, a devoted wife, a loving daughter, successful practice as a clinical psychologist, a media profile, and a publishing deal. He asked to help with an investigation when a young woman is found in a shallow grave.
As the series continues viewers will question if Joe is as innocent as he first appears.
Professor T
A more recent drama series that is returning to ITV is Professor T. The drama first aired in 2021 and was so well received it was renewed for a second series.
Ben Miller, who delighted fans, will be back in the role of Professor T who will be battling his childhood trauma while helping the police solve unusual crimes. The drama is set at the prestigious University of Cambridge and will return in September on a date to be confirmed.
Karen Pirie
A new drama to hit our screens this September is Karen Pirie. This cold case murder drama is based on the acclaimed novel The Distant Echo by Val McDermid.
DS Karen Pirie is a young and fearless Scottish investigator with a quick mouth and tenacious desire for the truth who will be played by Lauren Lyle. Other stars in the drama include Chris Jenks and Zach Wyatt. Actual date to be confirmed.
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