ITV has announced a hit crime drama’s return for next month – weeks after long-running favourite Vera ended.
Written by Chris Lang, critically acclaimed Unforgotten is coming back for a sixth series.
The show stars Sanjeev Bhaskar and Sinéad Keenan as DI Sunny Khan and DCI Jessie James respectively, as they solve cold cases concerning murder and disappearance.
Fans will be thrilled to know Unforgotten will be back on screens from Sunday, February 9.
Meanwhile, the duo are called in to investigate when suspected human remains are uncovered on Whitney Marsh.
Analysis from Dr. Balcombe reveals the remains to be relatively recent and point to a grim circumstance.
It would suggest the body had been placed there having already been dismembered.
Armed with this knowledge, Jess and Sunny ramp up their search, convinced other body parts may not be far away.
An eclectic cast of characters also populate the story – including Melinda Ricci (MyAnna Buring), an outspoken Ireland-based television commentator.
Marty Baines (Max Fairley) is an autistic man living with his mother Dot in Deal, Kent while Asif Syed (Elham Elas), is an Afghan training for his UK citizenship test.
Elsewhere, Juliet Cooper (Victoria Hamilton), is a history lecturer and faculty head at a London university.
Although these characters live seemingly separate lives, they share intricate connections through their pasts.
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Other returning stars include Andrew Lancel – who formerly played Coronation Street villain Frank Foster – as Jess’ husband Steve.
Meanwhile, actress and singer Kate Robbins returns to play Jess’ mum Kate.
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Unforgotten’s return comes just weeks after fellow ITV crime drama Vera came to an end.
It starred Brenda Blethyn, launched in 2011 and concluded its 14-year run on January 2.
Speaking after the finale aired, Brenda said: “A heartfelt thank you to everyone who sent such warm messages about the wining up of VERA.
“I loved every minute of working on the series and will miss it.
“The warmth and generosity of fans worldwide made it even more special.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Brenda x.”
Unforgotten returns Sunday 9th February at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
