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An Irish actor who has starred in several shows will be the new Jim Bergerac in the reboot of the 80s classic, with filming set to begin in the UK and Jersey this month.
Damien Molony said he was “incredibly excited” about stepping into the star role, which John Nettles originally played in the show created by Robert Banks Stewart.
Mr Molony, who has appeared in Derry Girls and Ripper Street, said: “John Nettles has left an incredible legacy with big shoes to fill, and I hope I can bring a fresh new take on this iconic character. I can’t wait for audiences to join me on this journey”.
The new six-episode series – commissioned by BBC-owned broadcaster UKTV – will be directed by Peaky Blinders director Colm McCarthy.
Other cast members include Zoe Wanamaker (My Family and Harry Potter), who will play the role of Jim’s mother-in-law Charlie Hungerford in a change from the original series, alongside Philip Glenister (Life on Mars) as Arthur Wakefield.
Bergerac is being produced by BlackLight TV, part of Banijay UK, and Jersey-based Westward Studios with support from Visit Jersey. The series is being written by Toby Whithouse – who has contributeD to Doctor Who – alongside Brian Fillis, Catherine Tregenna, and Polly Buckle.
Pictured: John Nettles as Bergerac.
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Pictured (top): Damien Molony. Credit: UKTV.
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