Bergerac

(U&Drama)

Photo credit: U

Damien has stepped into the role of Jim Bergerac in a re-imagined version of the classic 1980s crime drama.

The series is being brought back to life by U (formerly UKTV) and will comprise 6 x 60 min episodes, with an expected 2025 release. It is produced by BlackLight TV, part of Banijay UK, Jersey-based Westward Studios and supported by Visit Jersey. 

Filming takes place in Jersey and locations across the UK, and has already begun.

The cast also includes Zoe Wannamaker and Philip Glenister, and the series is written by Toby Whithouse (Being Human), alongside Brian Fillis (Trust, Sirens), Catherine Tregenna (The One That Got Away, Three Pines) and Polly Buckle (Love Rat, A Discovery of Witches).

On his new role Damien said: "I’m incredibly excited to be stepping into the role of Jim Bergerac. John Nettles has left an incredible legacy with big shoes to fill, and I hope I can bring a fresh new take on this iconic character. I can't wait for audiences to join me on this journey."

Official Info

Bergerac is based on the original series created by Robert Banks Stewart, which starred John Nettles and ran for nine series on the BBC between 1981 and 1991. The modern re-imagining will honour the iconic detective drama, but with a contemporary twist. Unlike the original hit from the 80s, the new series will see one character-led murder mystery run across all six episodes, in place of a new storyline each episode.

Viewers will meet Jim Bergerac (Molony) as a broken man, grappling with grief and alcoholism following his wife’s recent death. His mother-in-law, Charlie (Wanamaker), is concerned Jim isn’t putting his daughter Kim first and, when a woman from a wealthy Jersey family is murdered, Jim must fight through his personal struggles to become the formidable investigator he once was.

With a troublesome convict resurfacing from his past, Bergerac is required to call on his sharp investigative instincts and past successes to navigate the intricate family dynamics, and watchful eyes of the police force, in order to solve the case.

Cast & Credits

Damien Molony - Bergerac

Zoe Wanamaker - Charlie Hungerford

Philip Glenister - Arthur Wakefield

Pippa Haywood - Margaret Heaton

Robert Gilbert - Barney Crozier

Sasha Behar - Uma Dalal

Celine Arden - Kara

Writers

Toby Whithouse, Brian Fillis, Catherine Tregenna, Polly Buckle

 Director

Colm McCarthy

Producer

Clare Alan

Exec Producers

Ben Bickerton, Philip Trethowan, Toby Whithouse, Brian Constantine, Helen Perry

Production Company

Blacklight TV, Westward Studios