Vera

2011 7.4

A sharp detective with a messy life, DCI Vera Stanhope patrols her “patch” of northeast England, pursuing the truth in cases of murder, kidnapping, and blackmail. Vera is obsessive about her work and faces the world with caustic wit, guile and courage.

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Vera, Farewell Pet
2025-01-03
Documentary examining the appeal of ITV's detective drama, Vera, as it comes to an end after 13 years. Brenda Blethyn reflects on her time as DCI Vera Stanhope, and talks about the camaraderie and joy of working on the show. Featuring interviews from key cast members - David Leon (DS Joe Ashworth), Jon Morrison (DC Kenny Lockhart), the directors, crew, and author Ann Cleeves, Vera's creator.
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The Rising Tide - Christmas Special 2023
2023-12-26
The apparent suicide of a disgraced television personality sees Vera heading to Holy Island to look into the case.

Cast

Brenda Blethyn DCI Vera Stanhope

Jon Morrison DC Kenny Lockhart

Riley Jones DC Mark Edwards

Sarah Kameela Impey Dr Paula Bennett

Rhiannon Clements DC Stephanie 'Steph' Duncan

Vera

Episodes

Vera, Farewell Pet

The Rising Tide - Christmas Special 2023

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