Shetland is back for a brand new series, which will also mark the end of the road for one of the show’s original stars.
Alison O’Donnell will reprise her role as DI Alison ‘Tosh’ McIntosh for the final time during series 11, acting alongside Ashley Jensen as DI Ruth Calder as the duo - and their fellow investigators - work to uncover the truth behind a historic murder.
The team make a grim discovery when a car is dredged from the water, and unknown skeletal remains are found in the boot. From there, they begin to dig into the mystery which leads them to Dr Raymond Linden, the car’s owner who fled from the isles nine years before.
Leading the investigators to the doctor’s family, the secrets uncovered will change the lives of those connected in the present day - causing ripple effects within the community.
Fans should expect several new faces among the cast of Shetland series 11, including the likes of Gregor Fisher, Stella Gonet, Christine Bottomley, Gavin Mitchell and more.
Speaking about the guest cast members, Jensen said: “I worked with Gregor many years ago, so it was wonderful to be reunited with him. And Gavin was an absolute joy to have on set.”
She added: “I think comedy actors can move into drama far more easily than people realise. They’re often much more versatile than they’re given credit for. Gregor and Gavin both play gritty, emotional roles that have a huge impact on the story.“
Here is the full cast of Shetland Series 10 - both new and old.
13. Gregor Fisher as Donald Pierce
Scottish comedian and actor Gregor Fisher likely needs no further introduction, with his past roles including films such as Love Actually, and shows from Rab C. Nesbitt to Only Child. In series 11 of Shetland he plays hoarder Donald Pierce. Having lost touch with his family, he is isolated, inserting himself into the investigation — much to the distrust of Sandy. | BBC/Silverprint Films/Jamie Simpson
14. Eubha Akilade as PC Lorna Burns
Scottish actress Eubha Akilade has appeared on Shetland since series 7 and will reappear as keen young police officer, PC Lorna Burns. Akilade 's roles outside of Shetland include Housejackers, Six Four, Eve and BBC short The Wedding, which she co-wrote and directed. | BBC/Silverprint Films/Jamie Simpson
15. Jude Bain as Jonah Linden
A recent Royal Conservatoire of Scotland graduate, Jude Bain plays Jonah Linden in Shetland series 11. Theatregoers may recognise him from Grid Iron Theatre Company’s production of Mayflies, with upcoming roles including psychological drama Let It Come Down. | BBC/Silverprint Films/Jamie Simpson
16. Beth Marshall as Nora Shand
We don’t know much about Beth Marshall’s role as Nora Shand in Shetland. Fans may recognise the Scottish actress from shows such as Karen Pirie, The Bombing of Pan Am 103 and more. | BBC/Silverprint Films/Anne Binckebanck