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Long-standing BBC crime series will return after ‘perfect’ season with ‘best episode’ – what you need to know

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Fans of the series Silent Witness were left thrilled with the finale in season 28, and here’s some exciting news: A fresh new season is coming soon!

The series has been extended for its 29th season, picking up where the last episode ended, as Nikki Alexander (played by Emilia Fox) and Jack Hodgson (portrayed by David Caves) tied the knot.

Enthusiasts showered the final episode with lavish compliments, declaring it flawless. Viewers expressed their longing for more content, labeling the season as one of their favorites and boasting some of the finest episodes to date. Others extolled it as “remarkable” and the “superior TV program”.

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The long-running crime drama, “Silent Witness,” focusing on a group of forensic pathologists, continues to captivate audiences without any hint of stopping.

Here’s everything you need to know about season 29.

Who will be in Silent Witness season 29?

Viewers will delight in the continuation of Fox and Caves portraying their newlywed characters, Nikki and Jack, but at this point, it remains unclear who else from the original cast will be making a comeback.

A number of well-known actors are anticipated to make appearances, including Zoe Telford from Showtri’al, Tim Berrington from Gangs of London, Jenny Rainsford from Fleabag, Billy Harris from Ted Lasso, and Ellie Haddington from Death in Paradise.

What will happen in Silent Witness season 29?

Although specific storyline details remain unclear, fans can anticipate the familiar structure of solving fresh cases as per the usual format.

Instead, let’s take a look at what transpired following Nikki and Jack’s wedding. Earlier, Fox mentioned to The One Show: “It seems like it’s been brewing for quite some time, doesn’t it?

The development of their friendship, followed by their attempt to collaborate both professionally and romantically, and our aim to showcase a strong, loving relationship on-screen. Now, their mutual commitment has been established.

Recently, Nikki has been proposed to establish a new forensic center at Birmingham General Hospital, yet under the stipulation that Harriet Maven holds the leadership role. Whether this arrangement will come to fruition remains uncertain.

Over the past two years, the production of the show has been relocated to the West Midlands with the intention of increasing regional drama production. Therefore, it’s not far-fetched to consider a move for the team to Birmingham.

According to BBC’s Chief Content Officer, Charlotte Moore, the BBC is dedicated to investing in the West Midlands, and this strategy aims to establish a resilient talent pool within the region. This move will significantly alter the local landscape by enhancing high-impact content production, especially with the anticipated arrival of the acclaimed series “Silent Witness” in 2024.

“I’m excited about the increased opportunities this will bring to the creative talent in the area.”

When will Silent Witness season 29 air?

The specific launch date for the upcoming season remains undetermined, but given the series’ tradition of premiering during the New Year, we might expect it to return by early 2026. Filming for this new season kicked off earlier this year in Birmingham.

Silent Witness airs on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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2025-06-25 15:19

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