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Feb 13, 2022 · Vera Season 11 continues on ITV in 2022, with two further episodes (3 and 4), to be shown on Sunday 9 January at 8pm, concluding on Sunday 16 January at 8pm. See below for full episode details. The final two episodes (5 and 6) of Vera Season 11 will be shown later in 2022 on ITV and ITV Hub. On Amazon Prime Video Channels. $6.99at Amazon US.
Aug 29, 2021 · VERA star Brenda Blethyn said she was "horrified" by a change to her character DCI Vera Stanhope when she began filming for the new series. By Abbie Bray 14:01, Sun, Aug 29, 2021 | UPDATED: 15:08 ...
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Aug 29, 2021 · Witness: Directed by Paul Gay. With Brenda Blethyn, Kenny Doughty, Jon Morrison, Ibinabo Jack. When a well-respected local builder is found beaten to death on the steps of the Collingwood Monument, Vera questions how such a seemingly beloved and imposing figure could be attacked so viciously.
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- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Paul Gay
- 2021-08-29
- Vera Cast Regulars
- Season 13 Episode 3 Guest Stars
- Vera: Salt and Vinegar Guest Stars
- Season 13 Episode 2 Guest Stars
- Vera: Tender Guest Stars
- Season 13 Episode 1 Guest Stars
- Vera: Fast Love Guest Stars
- Former Vera Cast Members
- Vera Christmas Special Guest Stars
- Vera: The Rising Tide Guest Stars
Brenda Blethyn plays DCI Vera Stanhope
Who is Vera? DCI Vera Stanhope is a talented, compassionate and unconventional detective who heads up a team at Northumberland and City Police. She's prickly, blunt, almost always wears her distinctive hat, and doggedly pursues the truth of each case - even if it lands her in hot water. As the seasons have progressed, we've learnt more about her backstory, including her difficult relationship with her father. Where have I seen Brenda Blethyn before? You might recognise the two-time Oscar nomi...
David Leon plays Joe Ashworth
Who is Joe Ashworth?Joe was Vera's first assistant on the TV series, and helped her solve many a case. He left in 2017, but is back in 2024 for season 13 - yet he's certainly different. Speaking about returning to Vera and what fans can expect from Joe, Leon said: "A period of time has gone by. You grow and evolve as a person through those cycles of life and the character reflects that. When I agreed to come back part of the discussions we had were, ‘What would it mean for the character?’ To...
Rhiannon Clements plays DC Steph Duncan
Who is Steph Duncan?Steph is the new kid on the block, and is enthusiastic about solving crimes. She's very personable and enjoys meeting different people associated with every case - and she definitely doesn't want to be stuck at her desk. Sometimes Vera finds her a bit much, but Steph's hard work always helps drive the cases along. Where have I seen Rhiannon Clements before? Viewers will best know Clements for her role as Summer Ranger on Hollyoaks, but she's also appeared in Death on the N...
Lee Armstrong plays Ross SimmonsLeon Annor plays Anthony DavidsonScott Turnbull plays Scott RhodesJasmine Bayes plays Rachel LimLee Armstrong plays Ross Simmons
Who is Ross Simmons? Ross is Scott's business partner who has a tense relationship with his co-owner. Where have I seen Lee Armstrong before? Viewers will no doubt recognise Armstrong from another Sunday show, Call the Midwife, where he played Dr Kevin McNulty. He's also appeared in The Nevers, Endeavour and Doctors.
Leon Annor plays Anthony Davidson
Who is Anthony Davidson? Anthony works at the fish and chip shop for Scott and Ross. Where have I seen Leon Annor before? Fans of Harlan Coben might've seen Annor in Stay Close, but aside from that, you'll have seen him in Britannia and Mister Winner.
Scott Turnbull plays Scott Rhodes
Who is Scott Rhodes? Scott is the unfortunate victim in this episode of Vera. Where have I seen Scott Turnbull before? This is Turnbull's first major TV role.
Emily Kathryn plays Gabi McSwainJulia Sawalha plays Helen RushdenJoelle Dyson plays Rosa AdeyemiJake Lowe plays Lee CritchleyEmily Kathryn plays Gabi McSwain/Fisher Who is Gabi McSwain/Fisher? Gabi is a 20-year-old woman who is the victim of this week's episode. Where have I seen Emily Kathryn before? This is Kathryn's first TV role.
Travis Ross plays Danny MeddonPatrick McNamee plays Owen DugganNimmy March plays Carol SloaneAndrew Dunn plays Ian HeadleyTravis Ross plays Danny Meddon
Who is Danny Meddon? Danny is the unfortunate victim in Fast Love. He's a market stall trader. Where have I seen Travis Ross before? Ross has enjoyed a career on the stage, starring in the likes of Cabaret, Cake: The Marie Antoinette Playlist and Mrs Doubtfire.
Patrick McNamee plays Owen Duggan
Who is Owen Duggan? Owen is Danny's friend - and it transpires that he has been keeping a lot of secrets. Where have I seen Patrick McNamee before? Vera isn't the only role McNamee will be in this year; he's also got a starring role in Masters of the Air. Viewers will know him from Our Girl and Inspector George Gently, too.
Nimmy March plays Carol Sloane
Who is Carol Sloane? Carol is another market trader. Where have I seen Nimmy March before? March has enjoyed a successful career on TV, having starred in the likes of Midsomer Murders, Agatha Raisin and Doctors.
Ibibnabo Jack plays DC Jacqueline 'Jac' Williams
Who is DC Jacqueline 'Jac' Williams? A young and talented detective with a wry sense of humour and a knack at finding key witnesses and crucial information. Where have I seen Ibibnabo Jack before? Jack played Theresa Sutton in Doctors, and has previously starred in the film Two for Joy.
Kenny Doughty plays DS Aiden Healy
Who is DS Aiden Healy? Vera's right-hand man, DS Aiden Healy has proven himself to be a fiercely loyal and hard working partner-in-solving-crime. He's a family man with a young boy, and when it comes to cases about fathers and sons or children he sometimes struggles to keep his emotions in check. Where have I seen Kenny Doughty before? Doughty previously played Jake Harman in Coronation Street and Sean in Stella. He's also more recently starred in Kay Mellor’s BBC One drama Love, Lies and Rec...
Jake Ashton-Nelson plays PC Billington
Who is PC Billington?"Billy" is a bit of a nightmare for Vera; he's not as thorough as she would like him to be and often misses crucial details. But there's something incredibly loveable and heart-warming about him, which Vera can't quite escape. Where have I seen Jake Ashton-Nelson before?Vera marks Ashton-Nelson's first major TV role.
Clare Holman plays Annie LaidloreAdrian Mills plays Rick KelsallSuzette Llewellyn plays Louisa HamptonBrian Bovell plays Sam HamptonClare Holman plays Annie Laidlore
Who is Annie Laidlore?Annie is one of the suspects in the Lindisfarne house. She has some secrets that emerge during the investigation. Annie is the one who found Rick. Where have I seen Clare Holman before?Accomplished actress Holman has starred in the likes of Blood Diamond (as a news reporter), Suite Française (as Marthe) and Lewis (as Dr Laura Hobson). She's also been in The Diplomat as Paula and Treason as Mary Angelis.
Adrian Mills plays Rick Kelsall
Who is Rick Kelsall?Vera is called to investigate Rick's death. At first, it looks like a tragic suicide, but when she looks closely, she discovers someone killed Rick - and it soon emerges there are plenty with a reason to. Rick was a minor celebrity who was involved in a scandal. Where have I seen Adrian Mills before?Mills is perhaps best known for his role on That's Life! with Esther Rantzen which he was a part of for seven years. He was also a location reporter on Surprise, Surprise and m...
Suzette Llewellyn plays Louisa Hampton
Who is Louisa Hampton?Louisa is one of the suspects at the Lindisfarne house. Where have I seen Suzette Llewellyn before?You'll best know Llewellyn from the likes of EastEnders (where she played Sheree Trueman), Our House (where she played Grace Deakin) and Top Boy (where she played Charlotte).
Second World War veteran Doctor Lucien Blake returns home to Ballarat after 30 years. As both a GP and the town’s police surgeon, he often finds himself investigating mysteries and murders only he can solve. A crack detective team led by Detective Superintendent Peter Boyd apply new techniques to nightmarish old crimes as they solve cold cases.
Dec 17, 2021 · The rest of series 11 will begin airing in early January. The new episodes will see the brilliant Brenda Blethyn back as DCI Vera Stanhope, a crotchety Northumberland-based detective who is ...
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Aug 23, 2021 · Vera has been away from our screens since January last year but series 11 is about to start. The ITV drama will be back on Sunday, August 29, with actress Brenda Blethyn reprising her iconic role ...
