The upcoming ITV crime series Winter has reached a key milestone with its cast completing the first read-through. Starring Richard Armitage as forensic pathologist Dr Ethan Winter and Annabel Scholey as detective DI Lauren Bell, the show promises a mix of self-contained mysteries and ongoing personal drama. Production is set to start soon in Bristol and Belgium.
The ITV crime drama Winter, announced last year, centers on Dr Ethan Winter, an unconventional forensic pathologist played by Richard Armitage. Described as brilliant yet rule-breaking, Winter uses his sharp intellect to assist police in tackling complex murder investigations. He partners with the meticulous DI Lauren Bell, portrayed by Annabel Scholey, forming a dynamic duo that combines his insights into victims with her no-nonsense approach.
Each episode will feature a standalone crime story, while a personal arc for Winter unfolds across the series. The show, adapted from the French series Balthazar by writers David Allison and Mark Greig, recently held its initial cast read-through. Filming is scheduled to begin early next month, primarily in Bristol, with additional scenes in Belgium.
Annabel Scholey expressed enthusiasm about the project: "I am thrilled to be joining ITV and Eagle Eye Drama as part of the Winter team, and to be working alongside the brilliant Richard Armitage on these fantastic scripts. Our characters' tempestuous relationship will be a total thrill to explore, and I am excited to step into the wonderfully dry shoes of DI Lauren Bell."
Richard Armitage highlighted the series' innovative edge: "The team behind Winter are second to none and the ambition of David Allison's scripts is very exciting and will attempt to shake up the genre that we've grown to love. Ethan Winter is a compelling character treading the line between diligent professional and reckless maverick. He has a painful secret and a fatalistic self-destruct button over which his finger constantly hovers. I'm thrilled to be returning to ITV."
Winter is slated to air on ITV, bringing fresh energy to the crime genre with its blend of procedural elements and character depth.
