With the bittersweet news that Brassic is coming to an end after its seventh season, fans can take comfort in knowing Michelle Keegan won’t be off our screens for long, as she’s set to lead ITV’s brand-new thriller The Blame.
Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming ITV drama.
What is The Blame about?
The Blame on ITV is acrime thriller that begins with the discovery of teenage figure skater Sophie Madsen’s body in the quiet seaside town of Wakestead. At first, her death appears to be a tragic accident, but as detectives DI Emma Crane (Michelle Keegan, who recently fronted Harlan Coben's hit drama Fool Me Once) and DI Tom Radley (Douglas Booth, who portrayed Boy George in Worried About the Boy) dig deeper, the case unravels into something far darker.
What follows is an investigation that exposes lies, corruption, misogyny, and institutional betrayal within the very police force leading the inquiry. The series promises a gripping mix of procedural twists and social commentary, keeping viewers guessing while shining a light on systemic failings.
Who's in the cast of The Blame?
• Michelle Keegan (Fool Me Once, Brassic) as DI Emma Crane
• Douglas Booth (The Sandman, The Dirt) as DI Tom Radley
• Ian Hart (Mr Bates vs. The Post Office, The Responder) as DCI Kenneth Walker
• Nathan Mensah as DC Lewis
• Nigel Boyle (Line of Duty, Peaky Blinders) as Brett Shergill, Digital Forensic Technician
• Joe Armstrong (Gentleman Jack, Happy Valley) as Kyle Frasier, Ice-Skating Coach
• Matilda Freeman (Coronation Street, Passenger) as Sophie Madsen
• Gavin Spokes (Napoleon, Slow Horses) as DC Joel Stevens
• Josh Bolt (Masters of the Air, Last Tango in Halifax) as DC Douglas James
• Ceallach Spellman (Cheaters, Cold Feet) as PC Callum Drummond
Is The Blame based on a book?
Yes. The Blame ITV is adapted from Charlotte Langley’s debut novel and has been developed for television by Megan Gallagher, who also serves as lead writer and executive producer (Royal Television Society, TV Guide, Gazettely, What to Watch).
AmazonWhere is The Blame being filmed?
Quay Street Productions is producing the six-part drama, which will begin filming this summer in and around London.
When will The Blame be released?
With filming only just beginning, ITV has not yet confirmed an official release date for The Blame ITV. However, the six-part drama is expected to premiere once production wraps, likely in late 2025 or early 2026, on ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player.
It also follows her celebrated performances in shows like Fool Me Once (Netflix), Brassic (Sky), and Ten Pound Poms (BBC)
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