ITV has confirmed the start date of Unforgotten series 5 with Sinead Keenan as the new female lead.
Fans were heartbroken when Nicola Walker exited the role of Cassie Stuart at the end of series 4, as Cassie was tragically killed off in a car crash.
Fans are still not over it, with some even vowing to not watch without Nicola Walker on the show.
Their loss, frankly!
Sanjeev Bhaskar will return as DI Sunny Khan, alongside the new DCI Jess James.
Unforgotten: Sinead Keenan as new female lead DCI Jess James
We finally have a first look at Unforgotten season 5 pictures, including Sinead Keenan as DCI Jess James.
The Irish actress is probably best known for playing Melanie Jones in ITV’s Little Boy Blue.
ITV shared that DCI James’ first day in her new job will see her face an unforeseen introduction in her family life.
Determined to not let her personal life affect the job, will she be able to tackle her first case in the right frame of mind?
As her colleagues are still mourning much-loved former colleague Cassie Stuart, will she fall behind her shadow?
Jess’ first case sees her face the discovery of human remains in a newly renovated period property in Hammersmith, London.
Jess and her team will discover whether the bones have been there for a long time, or if they’ve been newly planted…
Unforgotten fans react to Sinead Keenan as DCI Jess James
While some viewers seem more than happy to get Unforgotten back in their lives, others can’t bare to imagine it without Nicola Walker at the helm.
One fan reacted on Twitter: “Oh no I thought it would have ended at 4. Nicola Walker was this show.”
Another fan reacted to the photos on Facebook and wrote: “I don’t think it will be the same.”
But other fans are definitely willing to give the supremely talented Sinead Keenan a chance in the role, and are excited to see Unforgotten return.
One fan tweeted their excitement: “Can’t wait!”
Another fan tweeted: “I can’t wait for season five of #unforgotten. Looking forward to it being back on TV!!”
Read more: Unforgotten series 5: Key member of cast not returning as well as Nicola Walker
When does Unforgotten series 5 start?
ITV has now confirmed that Unforgotten will begin on Monday, February 27 at 9pm.
Watch this space for lots more information on the new series!
Unforgotten will return on ITV1 later this year.
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