Fans of the classic BBC detective series Lovejoy have reason to be excited! According to Variety, See-Saw Films – the company behind hits like Slow Horses, Heartstopper, and Sweetpea – is developing a new version of the show, updated for modern audiences.
Ian McShane, known for his roles in John Wick and American Gods, starred as the main character in the original series. The show was based on a series of novels by John Grant, who also wrote under the name Jonathan Gash.
IMDb users are raving about the series, with many highlighting Lovejoy as a fantastic, yet underrated, character. One fan specifically praised Ian McShane’s performance, calling him one of the best character actors to ever lead a TV show.
Fans are raving about this show, with one calling it “perfect in every way” and another saying it’s incredibly rewatchable. Many share heartwarming memories, describing it as a delightful, fun, and exciting series that was ideal for a relaxing Sunday evening.
The show was famous for characters directly addressing the audience, and it lasted for six seasons before finishing in 1994. The talented cast included Celia Imrie (known for Thursday Murder Club) and Phyllis Logan (Downton Abbey), alongside Chris Jury and Dudley Sutton.
It’s not the first time that a possible Lovejoy reboot has been making headlines.
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According to Deadline, a new adaptation of Lovejoy is in development, but it doesn’t currently have a home on any streaming service or television network. Details about the story or cast are also still unknown.
Lovejoy isn’t the only beloved British show getting a remake. Dalziel and Pascoe is also returning to television with a new take on the story.
BritBox and ITV revealed earlier this year that Kerry Godliman and Nina Singh would star as the detectives in the new series.
Godliman expressed her excitement about playing Detective Inspector Andrea Dalziel, describing the part as a really interesting and appealing one.
Singh, her co-star, also shared his excitement, saying he’s thrilled to play Pascoe alongside Kerry Godliman’s Dalziel. He admitted he’s such a fan of Kerry’s comedy that he anticipates having trouble keeping a straight face while filming.
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2026-03-04 18:19