January 17th 2025.
Unfortunately, it seems like the crime drama "McDonald & Dodds" will not be returning for a fifth season on ITV. Fans of the show are understandably upset after the network made the decision to cancel it, despite ending the fourth season on a major cliffhanger.
The show follows the mismatched duo of DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds as they solve crimes in the city of Bath. The chemistry between the two lead actors, Tala Gouveia and Jason Watkins, has been praised by viewers, and many were hoping to see their characters tie the knot in an epic wedding.
However, an ITV spokesperson revealed that the ratings for the most recent season did not meet the network's standards for renewal. This news has not been received well by fans, who were eagerly awaiting more episodes of the beloved show.
One fan on Reddit expressed their disappointment, writing, "I'm so sad and beyond disappointed! I loved the series and really enjoyed the chemistry and character development of both actors. I will miss them terribly. In honor of the show, I will try to eat some chips with butter today."
Others took to social media to express their frustration, with one user saying, "I'm so sick and tired of all the good shows getting cancelled," and another adding, "Nooo... I love this show! I'm very disappointed."
Throughout the four seasons, "McDonald & Dodds" featured a star-studded cast, including appearances from Hugh Dennis, Martin Kemp, Alan Davies, John Thomson, Pixie Lott, and Rob Brydon, among others.
But while "McDonald & Dodds" may not be returning, fans of Jason Watkins can look forward to seeing him in a new detective drama called "Catch You Later" on Channel 5. He will star alongside Robson Green as police detective Huw Miller, who is haunted by a case involving a stalker who played mind games with his victims before killing them.
As Huw struggles to come to terms with his retirement, a new neighbor moves in and utters the same chilling phrase that the stalker used to taunt him during the investigation. This sets off a dangerous game of psychological cat-and-mouse between the two men, as Huw becomes obsessed with catching the stalker once and for all.
The show's synopsis reads, "Unable to bear the guilt of the stalker taking another victim under his nose, Huw risks everything to unearth the truth. But has he set his sights on the right man, or is his obsession pushing him ever closer to the brink?"
It's clear that Jason will be back on our screens in no time, and fans can look forward to seeing his talents in this thrilling new drama. And who knows, maybe with enough fan support, "McDonald & Dodds" could still have a chance at a revival. After all, stranger things have happened in the world of television.
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