He may have departed Grantchester last year, but Tom Brittney is still sad that the beloved ITV detective drama is coming to an end. The actor, who played Reverend Will Davenport in the series, said he was "heartbroken" to hear the news of its conclusion.
It was confirmed in July 2025 that the long-running cosy crime drama, which is based on James Runcie's collection of novels, would conclude with its upcoming 11th season, which is due to premiere on ITV next year.
Brittney appeared in the series for six years before exiting during the ninth season last year, and the actor has shared that he only has fond memories when it comes to his time as the fan-favourite character.
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Upon learning of the detective drama's conclusion, Brittney recalled to RadioTimes: "Oh, I was both heartbroken, in the sense of it was one of the longest running shows, I think, that ITV had had in that way."
Brittney also noted that he was "proud" of the creators following James Norton's departure as Reverend Sidney Chambers in the fourth season, and that he was lucky that the series continued for as long as it did.
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"So there [was] no pressure on me to try and keep it going," he added. "[But] then luckily, it did, and I did six wonderful [seasons] of that, and I loved it. It will always be a special place in my heart."
The actor also reserved praise for his successor Rishi Nair, who debuted as Reverend Alphy Kotteram in the ninth season. After directing him in some episodes, Brittney described Nair as "brilliant" ahead of the "beautiful ending".
"I was actually at the wrap party at the end of last year to say goodbye, and me, James, and Rishi were all there," he shared. "It was a beautiful goodbye to a beautiful show that I think people will always remember fondly."
Robson Green, who played DI Geordie Keating all the way through the series, said of its conclusion: "From the very beginning, I have had the incredible fortune to be part of this extraordinary team of talented, passionate and dedicated individuals."
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"The bonds we've formed extend far beyond the camera lens, and I know that they will endure long after the final scene... I am forever grateful for the memories, friendships and love that this journey has given me. I hope I made you proud," he added.
The logline for the 11th season, which has already premiered in the US on PBS, teases that the characters will "question the paths they are on" while some "huge decisions" are made, with "family, forgiveness, identity and faith" being at the forefront.
Grantchester airs on ITV1 and streams on ITVX in the UK.
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