Kerry Godliman and Nina Singh are to star as Dalziel and Pascoe in the contemporary reimagining of the British detective series, Dalziel and Pascoe, based on the books by Reginald Hill.
The series has been commissioned by BritBox in an arrangement with All3Media International with ITV as the UK partner
The series centres on the relationship between seasoned Detective Inspector Andrea Dalziel, played by Kerry Godliman (Trigger Point, Spinal Tap: The End Continues, Whitstable Pearl, After Life, Save Me) and the newly qualified, by the book perfectionist Detective Sergeant Paige Pascoe played by Nina Singh (Art Detectives, Virdee).
As UK partner for Dalziel and Pascoe, ITV’s Director of Drama, Polly Hill, and Commissioner and Head of Scripted Comedy, Nana Hughes have worked with BritBox on the series. Nana is overseeing the production of the series on behalf of ITV, and the series will be produced by All3Media’s West Road Pictures (Ridley, Hollington Drive, Blood).
Commented Nana Hughes: “Dalziel and Pascoe with a female-led cast is what caught our eye on this one. Kerry Godliman and Nina Singh will bring a fresh perspective to the series.”
Dalziel and Pascoe is co-created for television by Colette Kane (Department Q, Vera) and Daisy Martey (Vikings: Valhalla). Other writers on the series include new writing duo Chris Ryden and Jon Rowe, and Danusia Samal (Gangs of London, Bodies).
The drama will air on ITV and STV and be available for streaming on ITVX and STV Player.
Commented Jonathan Fisher, Managing Director of West Road Pictures: “We are delighted to reveal Kerry Godliman and Nina Singh as our leading duo in this contemporary reimagining of Dalziel and Pascoe. We feel sure that they will breathe new life into these iconic characters.
The 6-part series will be directed by Isher Sahota (Run Away, Missing You), and produced by Juliet Charlesworth (After The Flood, Happy Valley). Executive producers for West Road Pictures are Jonathan Fisher, Ellie Birnie, and Ingrid Goodwin. Colette Kane will act as lead writer and Executive Producer.
Dalziel and Pascoe will begin filming in the spring of 2026 in the North of England.
All3Media International will be responsible for the wider global distribution of the drama.
Dalziel and Pascoe is produced in association with All3Media International, who are the drama’s global partner.
Jon Creamer
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