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entertainment10h ago
Adrian Dunbar's police drama Ridley is shelved by ITV
- ITV will not renew Ridley for a third series despite good ratings and a strong cast.
- Ridley debuted in 2022 and was created by Paul Matthew Thompson, known for Vera.
- Adrian Dunbar, aged 67, stars as DI Ridley, a widowed homicide officer.
- PBS financed Ridley in part for American broadcast, boosting its international reach.
- ITV thanked the creator, executive producer, and West Road Pictures team for two successful series.
- Adrian Dunbar previously hoped Ridley would return, citing US numbers and PBS support.
- Ridley’s premise centers on a retired homicide officer involved in complex murder cases.
- Line Of Duty star Adrian Dunbar also expressed interest in future Ridley episodes.
- ITV’s decision follows ongoing schedule adjustments in its crime drama slate.
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