Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox will return as detectives Lewis and Hathaway for six new 60-minute episodes of the Inspector Morse spin-off, with a “new dynamic” promised for the pair.

Clare Holman also returns as forensic pathologist Laura Hobson, having first appeared in the 1995 Morse film ‘The Way through the Woods’, alongside Rebecca Front as Chief Superintendent Jean Innocent.

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The official synopsis for Series 8 teases: “After an extended break from the Police, Hathaway has been promoted to Inspector. When the chemistry that exists with Lewis eludes Hathaway, retired Lewis is drafted back to renew their partnership. It’s a new dynamic for our detectives, but one they’ll have to come to terms with quickly if they are to achieve results.”

Executive Producer Michele Buck commented: “Lewis has a special place in the hearts of the ITV audience. Each story is intriguing and complex and viewers relish the fine writing, acting and excellent production values.”

Series 8 begins filming next month in and around the city of Oxford, including the Cherwell and Isis rivers and the university colleges.

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