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The BBC has confirmed the return of an acclaimed crime thriller that has been hailed as ‘one of the all-time great television dramas’ in a new announcement.
The broadcaster revealed that a third series of hit show Sherwood is in the works after the success of its first two.
The show was such a fan favourite that the first episode of the latest series has been watched by more than 6.5 million viewers so far.
Sherwood, which stars David Morrissey, Monica Dolan, David Harewood and Lesley Manville will be returning to screens for another action-packed set of episodes.
The award-winning writer James Graham has revealed it has been a ‘privilege’ to tell stories that have been inspired by the history of his home town Nottingham.
The BBC have confirmed the return of an acclaimed crime thriller that has been hailed as ‘one of the all-time great television dramas’ in a new announcement
Sherwood, which stars David Morrissey (pictured), Monica Dolan, David Harewood and Lesley Manville will be crashing back on to screens soon
The award-winning writer James Graham revealed it has been a ‘privilege’ to tell stories that have been inspired by the history of his home town Nottingham
He added that he was excited for the third installment of the acclaimed show.
He said: ‘Having a returning series on the BBC is pretty much every British writer’s dream, and I’m incredibly grateful for the continued passion that Lindsay, Charlotte and Jo have for Sherwood – and to everyone at House Productions, the most supportive producers you can have.
‘My biggest appreciation though goes to our audiences and I’m determined to deliver for them in a series three, which will be a new set of stories, and the continuation – and completion – of some strands I’ve been dreaming of for some time.’
Juliette Howell and Harriet Spencer, Executive Producers for House Productions added: ‘The love that the second series of Sherwood has garnered has been incredible to witness and so we are thrilled that the BBC are once again backing this very special drama for a third run and giving us all the opportunity to bring more rich stories from the Nottinghamshire community that has been such an integral part of James’s life.
‘We are looking forward to further exploring the brilliantly complex world of Sherwood and unearthing some more of the many secrets which are harboured in and amongst its characters. James has a lot of very exciting storylines planned so fans will need to be prepared for some more heart-wrenching, jaw-dropping and shocking twists.’
Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, said: ‘Sherwood has quickly established itself as one of the all-time great television dramas, with its impeccable mix of characters, story and themes that have gripped and resonated with millions of viewers across the UK. We’re so pleased to be working with James Graham and the team to bring his exciting plans for Sherwood’s third chapter to the BBC.’
The thriller, based on true events, followed the aftermath of murders in a Nottinghamshire, who are still dealing with the after-effects of the miners’ strike
But not everyone will be glad to see the return of the hit crime thriller.
Fans were left disappointed by the drama’s second series after it returned to BBC One over the summer.
The thriller, based on true events, followed the aftermath of a string of connected murders in Nottinghamshire, within a community still dealing with the after-effects of the miners’ strikes.
Despite the returning star-studded cast, and previous series being deemed ‘the most compelling show since Broadchurch’, some fans slammed it as ‘woke drivel’.
It comes after the show creator James Graham said he had cast a ‘young, queer and female’ Sheriff of Nottingham, actress Ria Zmitrowicz, in season two to help modernise the idea of the position.
But viewers took to X viewers fumed: ‘First series was great. This one feels like it’s been written by a BBC left-wing woke unit withe very cliche in the book regarding characters’: ‘Lets be honest it was f****** s***e’: ‘I do hope this picks up cos so far it’s drivel. Instead of trying to shoehorn in every diversity category just stick to good acting and script please BBC’.
‘That’s it!!! Had enough of this woke drivel… how much more sh**e can the BBC squeeze into the slot… boring as f**** to boot!!’: ‘What is this? The Godfather? Sherwood I’m losing it’: ‘I’m a bit lost to be honest, give it time’.