McDonald & Dodds Series 5 Officially Cancelled
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ITV's McDonald & Dodds
McDonald & Dodds is a British television series that follows the unlikely pairing of Detective Chief Inspector McDonald and Detective Sergeant Dodds as they tackle complex crimes in the picturesque city of Bath. The show blends classic murder mystery elements with modern police procedural drama, offering a fresh take on the genre. Set against the stunning backdrop of Bath's historic architecture and charming streets, each episode presents a new mystery for the dynamic duo to solve.
In the series, McDonald brings her sharp intellect and no-nonsense approach to crime-solving, while Dodds provides a more methodical and traditional investigative style. Their contrasting personalities often lead to friction, but ultimately they form a formidable team, complementing each other's strengths and weaknesses. As they delve into each case, they uncover a web of secrets and motives, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats until the final reveal. McDonald & Dodds delivers captivating storytelling, compelling characters, and plenty of twists and turns that will leave audiences eagerly awaiting each new episode.
Where to Watch McDonald & Dodds
McDonald & Dodds is available for streaming on ITV Hub, providing viewers with convenient access to all episodes of the series. Additionally, the show may also be available on other streaming platforms, depending on geographic location and licensing agreements. With its engaging storytelling and memorable characters, McDonald & Dodds is a must-watch for fans of mystery and crime dramas. Whether you're tuning in for the first time or catching up on previous seasons, ITV Hub offers a convenient way to enjoy this captivating series from the comfort of your own home.
McDonald & Dodds Cast
The ensemble cast of McDonald & Dodds features talented actors who bring depth and authenticity to their characters, enriching the series with their diverse talents and notable performances. Leading the cast are Tala Gouveia as DCI McDonald and Jason Watkins as DS Dodds, whose chemistry and dynamic partnership anchor the show's narrative. Gouveia's previous roles include appearances in popular series such as Cold Feet and Silent Witness, showcasing her versatility and range as an actress. Watkins, known for his acclaimed portrayal of Christopher Jefferies in The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies, brings a compelling blend of warmth and intelligence to his role as Dodds, earning praise from audiences and critics alike.
Supporting the dynamic duo are a host of talented actors, including James Murray, Pearl Chanda, and Jack Riddiford, among others, who inhabit a diverse array of characters integral to each episode's storyline. With their collective experience in film, television, and theatre, the cast of McDonald & Dodds infuses the series with depth, nuance, and emotional resonance, captivating audiences with their memorable performances. As the show continues to garner acclaim for its engaging storytelling and compelling characters, the cast's contributions play a vital role in bringing the world of McDonald & Dodds to life on screen.
McDonald & Dodds Filming for Season 4
Filming for Season 4 of McDonald & Dodds commenced in the summer of 2023, marking the eagerly anticipated return of the beloved series. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Bath, the new season promises to deliver more thrilling mysteries, intriguing characters, and unexpected twists. As production got underway, fans eagerly awaited updates on casting, storylines, and filming locations, eager to see what new challenges await McDonald & Dodds.
With filming underway, the cast and crew embarked on a new chapter in the series' journey, bringing to life the intricate world of crime-solving in the historic city of Bath. While exact release dates for Season 4 have yet to be announced, fans can anticipate its arrival in early to mid-2024, promising an exciting continuation of the McDonald & Dodds saga. As anticipation builds and speculation swirls, audiences can rest assured that McDonald & Dodds Season 4 will be worth the wait, delivering the same captivating storytelling and memorable characters that have made it a fan favorite.
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Episodes
| # | Name | Air Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jinxy Sings the Blues | May 23, 2024 |
| 2 | The Rule of Three | May 30, 2024 |
| 3 | Wedding Fever | Jun 6, 2024 |
| # | Name | Air Dates |
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| 1 | Belvedere | Jun 19, 2022 |
| 2 | A Billion Beats | Jun 26, 2022 |
| 3 | The War of Rose | Jul 3, 2022 |
| 4 | Clouds Across the Moon | Jul 10, 2022 |
| # | Name | Air Dates |
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| 1 | The Man Who Wasn't There | Aug 3, 2021 |
| 2 | We Need to Talk about Doreen | Aug 10, 2021 |
| 3 | The War of the Rose | Aug 17, 2021 |
| # | Name | Air Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Fall of The House of Crockett | Mar 1, 2020 |
| 2 | The Wilderness of Mirrors | Mar 8, 2020 |
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Bhavik C. Pankhania, Lily Sacofsky, Pearl Chanda, Danyal Ismail, Jack Riddiford and screenwriter Robert Murphy for an amazing four years after eleven episodes of McDonald & Dodds were produced.
Full Episode List of McDonald & Dodds (2020-2024)
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024
McDonald & Dodds Episode List from 2020 to 2024:
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024
MCDONALD & DODDS
SUNDAY 1 MARCH 2020 - SUNDAY 4 AUGUST 2024
RIP MCDONALD & DODDS!
List of ITV crime dramas that are no longer airing since the cancellations of McDonald & Dodds and Vera:
The Bill
MIT: Murder Investigation Team
Foyle's War
Endeavour
McDonald & Dodds
Vera
Bancroft
Broadchurch
Lewis
Scott & Bailey
Law and Order: UK
The Tower
A Touch of Frost
Inspector Morse
Agatha Christie's Poirot
MCDONALD & DODDS
SUNDAY 1 MARCH 2020 - SUNDAY 4 AUGUST 2024
RIP MCDONALD & DODDS!
Series 1
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020 (First-ever episode)
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020
Series 2
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021
Series 3
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022
Series 4
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024 - Episode 11 (Last-ever episode)
ITV has no plans to make a fifth series.
The latest series concluded on 4 August 2024 after 11 episodes were made.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
Now that Jason Watkins will now feature in Channel 5's Catch You Later as Huw Miller with Grantchester's Robson Green and Casualty's Sunetra Sarker while Tala Gouveia will now appear in BBC One's Death in Paradise Series 14 as Kelly Herbert.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
Each feature-length episode featured a new murder mystery with the smart and ambitious DCI McDonald and the quietly brilliant DS Dodds working together to crack the cases. Further casting included Claire Skinner (Outnumbered) and Charlie Chambers (EastEnders).
Guest cast in the last series included Toby Stephens (Lost In Space), singer-songwriters Pixie Lott and Will Young, Hugh Quarshie (Stephen), Lydia Leonard (Gentleman Jack), Daniel Lapaine (Catastrophe), Dipo Ola (Landscapers), John Gordon Sinclair (Gregory’s Girl) and Ace Bhatti (Line of Duty).
Previous episodes of McDonald And Dodds are available to stream on ITVX.
ITV now has no plans to make a fifth series.
The latest series concluded on 4 August 2024 after 11 episodes were made.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
ITV now has no plans to make a fifth series.
The latest series concluded on 4 August 2024 after 11 episodes were made.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
McDonald & Dodds is the latest ITV crime drama to be cancelled following the cancellations of Inspector Morse in 2000, A Touch of Frost in 2010, The Bill in 2010, Agatha Christie's Poirot in 2013, Lewis in 2015, Foyle's War also in 2015, Scott & Bailey in 2016, Broadchurch in 2017, Bancroft in 2020, Endeavour in 2023, The Tower in 2024 and Vera in 2025.
ITV has no plans to make a fifth series.
The latest series concluded on 4 August 2024 after 11 episodes were made.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
It is the latest ITV crime drama to be axed following the cancellations of The Bill in 2010, Lewis in 2015, Scott and Bailey in 2016, Endeavour in 2023 and Vera in 2025.
ITV now has no plans to make a fifth series.
The latest series concluded on 4 August 2024 after 11 episodes were made.
First broadcast in March 2020, the show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren (Tala Gouveia) and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins) solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region within southwest England.
There have been a variety of guest actors who appeared alongside Gouveia and Watkins from the likes of Rob Brydon, Patsy Kensit, Hugh Dennis, Pixie Lott, Alan Davies, Sian Phillips, Lydia Leonard and Martin Kemp over the past four years.
Tala Gouveia will now join Death in Paradise Series 14 on BBC One as Kelly Herbert
Jason Watkins will now join Catch You Later on Channel 5 with Robson Green (Grantchester, Soldier, Soldier, Wire in the Blood and Reckless) and Sunetra Sarker (Casualty, No Angels and Ackley Bridge) as Huw Miller
ITV has no plans to make a fifth series.
Tala Gouveia and Jason Watkins who portrayed the mismatched detectives, DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds respectively in all 11 episodes for the past four series from March 2020 to August 2024.
Alongside Gouveia and Watkins, the show also featured recurring actors who worked at the fictional West of England Police Station comprised of James Murray (CS John Houseman), Claire Skinner (CS Mary Ormond), Pearl Chanda (DC Laura Simpson), Jack Riddiford (DC Darren Craig), Danyal Ismail (DC Martin Malik), Lily Sacofsky (DC Milena Paciorkowski), Charlie Chambers (DC Samuel Goldie) and Bhavik C. Pankhania (DC Lee).
1) Tala Gouveia will now join Death in Paradise Series 14 on BBC One as Kelly Herbert with Don Gilet (DI Mervin Wilson)
2) Jason Watkins will now join Catch You Later on Channel 5 with Robson Green (Grantchester, Soldier, Soldier, Wire in the Blood and Reckless) and Sunetra Sarker (Casualty, No Angels and Ackley Bridge) as Huw Miller
Series 1
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020
Series 2
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021
Series 3
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022
Series 4
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024 - Episode 11
The broadcaster has no plans to make a 5th series.
Tala Gouveia and Jason Watkins who portray the mismatched detectives DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds respectively will not be returning to Bath!
Solo acting roles for both Gouveia and Watkins from 2025 onwards:
1) Tala Gouveia will now join Death in Paradise Series 14 on BBC One as Kelly Herbert
2) Jason Watkins will now join Catch You Later on Channel 5 with Robson Green (Grantchester, Soldier, Soldier, Wire in the Blood and Reckless) and Sunetra Sarker (Casualty, No Angels and Ackley Bridge) as Huw Miller
McDonald & Dodds DVD Box Set: The Complete Series 1-4
ITV/Mammoth Screen Productions
Disc 1 (Series 1)
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020 - Episode 1 (First-Ever Episode)
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020 - Episode 2
Disc 2 (Series 2)
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021 - Episode 3
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021 - Episode 4
Disc 3 (Series 3)
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022 - Episode 5
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022 - Episode 6
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022 - Episode 7
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022 - Episode 8
Disc 4 (Series 4)
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024 - Episode 9
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024 - Episode 10
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024 - Episode 11 (Last-Ever Episode)
Robert Murphy: The Fall Of The House Of Crockett (S1E1), A Wilderness In Mirrors (S1E2), The Man Who Wasn't There (S2E1), We Need To Talk About Doreen (S2E2), Belvedere (S3E1), Clouds Across The Moon (S3E4), The Rule Of Three (S4E1), Jinxy Sings The Blues (S4E2) and Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Robert Drummond: A Billion Beats (S3E2) and Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Kam Odedra: War Of The Rose (S3E3)
Laura Scrivano: A Wilderness In Mirrors (S1E2)
Alexander Pillai: The Man Who Wasn't There (S2E1)
Rebecca Rycroft: We Need To Talk About Doreen (S2E2)
Robert Quinn: Belvedere (S3E1)
Isher Sahota: A Billion Beats (S3E2)
Ian Aryeh: War Of The Rose (S3E3)
Sasha Ransome: Clouds Across The Moon (S3E4)
Khurrum M. Sultan: The Rule Of Three (S4E1)
Samantha Harrie: Jinxy Sings The Blues (S4E2)
Stephen Gallacher Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Bath-set crime drama McDonald & Dodds has been axed by ITV after four series. The show featured two mismatched detectives DCI Lauren McDonald (Tala Gouveia), a former Metropolitan Police investigator and her bespectacled sidekick DS Dodds (Jason Watkins), a shy and a modest investigator, also a chips and butter lover, who solve each crimes around Bath and the surrounding region.
Originally titled Invisible, a pair of films from the first series were shot between June and August 2019, which was broadcast in March 2020. After a success in ratings, the show was renewed for a second series in February 2021 followed by a third series in June 2022. In March 2023, it was renewed for a fourth series and was broadcast in July 2024, three months later than planned.
Alongside Gouveia and Watkins, the show also featured recurring actors who worked at the fictional West of England Police Station comprised of James Murray (CS John Houseman), Claire Skinner (CS Mary Ormond), Pearl Chanda (DC Laura Simpson), Jack Riddiford (DC Darren Craig), Danyal Ismail (DC Martin Malik), Lily Sacofsky (DC Milena Paciorkowski), Charlie Chambers (DC Samuel Goldie) and Bhavik C. Pankhania (DC Lee).
We would like to thank screenwriter Robert Murphy, Tala, Jason and an amazing array of guest and recurring cast over the past four years on making the wonderful show.
The show's creator Robert Murphy said "It has been an amazing four years to have privilege with Gouveia, Watkins and a fantastic array of guest actors over the past four series and we would like to thank everyone at ITV and Mammoth Screen over the past four years."
The show's fourth series has just concluded recently this summer with the final episode entitled Wedding Fever and ITV has no plans to produce a fifth series.
You can stream all four previous series of McDonald & Dodds on ITVX.
S4E1 - The Rule of Three - Aired on Sunday 21 July 2024 - Full Cast: Tala Gouveia, Jason Watkins, Charlie Chambers, Bhavik C. Pankhania, Claire Skinner, Pixie Lott, Ace Bhatti, Toby Stephens, Lydia Leonard, John Gordon Sinclair and Dipo Ola - Written by Robert Murphy - Directed by Khurrum M. Sultan - A middle-aged woman is found dead in an apartment. The killer has removed everything that can identify the woman, but a DNA test reveals that she was reported missing 38 years ago. Where has she been in the intervening time? And who has wished her dead after all these years? DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds go in search of the answers.
Robert Murphy: The Fall Of The House Of Crockett (S1E1), A Wilderness In Mirrors (S1E2), The Man Who Wasn't There (S2E1), We Need To Talk About Doreen (S2E2), Belvedere (S3E1), Clouds Across The Moon (S3E4), The Rule Of Three (S4E1), Jinxy Sings The Blues (S4E2) and Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Robert Drummond: A Billion Beats (S3E2) and Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Kam Odedra: War Of The Rose (S3E3)
Laura Scrivano: A Wilderness In Mirrors (S1E2)
Alexander Pillai: The Man Who Wasn't There (S2E1)
Rebecca Rycroft: We Need To Talk About Doreen (S2E2)
Robert Quinn: Belvedere (S3E1)
Isher Sahota: A Billion Beats (S3E2)
Ian Aryeh: War Of The Rose (S3E3)
Sasha Ransome: Clouds Across The Moon (S3E4)
Khurrum M. Sultan: The Rule Of Three (S4E1)
Samantha Harrie: Jinxy Sings The Blues (S4E2)
Stephen Gallacher Wedding Fever (S4E3)
Disc 1 (Series 1)
The Fall Of The House Of Crockett - Sunday 1 March 2020 - Episode 1
A Wilderness Of Mirrors - Sunday 8 March 2020 - Episode 2
Disc 2 (Series 2)
The Man Who Wasn't There - Sunday 28 February 2021 - Episode 3
We Need To Talk About Doreen - Sunday 7 March 2021 - Episode 4
Disc 3 (Series 3)
Belvedere - Sunday 19 June 2022 - Episode 5
A Billion Beats - Sunday 26 June 2022 - Episode 6
War Of The Rose - Sunday 3 July 2022 - Episode 7
Clouds Across The Moon - Sunday 10 July 2022 - Episode 8
Disc 4 (Series 4)
The Rule Of Three - Sunday 21 July 2024 - Episode 9
Jinxy Sings The Blues - Sunday 28 July 2024 - Episode 10
Wedding Fever - Sunday 4 August 2024 - Episode 11
Guest stars in the first story entitled "Jinxy Sings the Blues" include Sophia Myles, Jared Garfield, Hugh Quarshie, Will Young and Charley Webb, followed by Lydia Leonard, Ace Bhatti, Toby Stephens, Daniel Lapaine, Dipo Ola, Pixie Lott and John Gordon Sinclair, in the second story entitled "The Rule of Three" and finally Jason Hughes, Bill Bailey, Askhay Sharan, Joy Richardson, Lucinda Dryzek, Holli Dempsey, Richard Harrington, Esme Coy and Victoria Hamilton in the concluding story entitled "Wedding Fever."
In the second film "The Rule of Three", DCI Lauren McDonald and DS Dodds begin to investigate when a middle-aged woman is found shot dead in a rented flat.
In the third and final film "Wedding Fever", two weddings take place in Bath but it ends in tragedy when a priest is found stabbed to death.
Tala Gouveia - DC Lauren McDonald
Jason Watkins - DS Dodds
Charlie Chambers - DC Samuel Goldie
Claire Skinner - CS Mary Ormond
Bhavik C. Pankhania - DC Lee
Jason Hughes - Clive Saunders
Holli Dempsey - Lillith Wood
Lucinda Dryzek - Lynn Wood
Bill Bailey - Paul Watt
Isaura Barbe-Brown - Sandra Blake
Victoria Hamilton - Dora Lang
Richard Harrington - Lenny Wood
Joy Richardson - Janet Blake
Akshay Sharan - Zahir Hassan
Tala Gouveia - DC Lauren McDonald
Jason Watkins - DS Dodds
Charlie Chambers - DC Samuel Goldie
Claire Skinner - CS Mary Ormond
Bhavik C. Pankhania - DC Lee
Lydia Leonard - Lucy Holgate
Ace Bhatti - George Sharma
Toby Stephens - Mark Holgate
Pixie Lott - Lola Baker
Dipo Ola - Calvin Baker
John Gordon Sinclair - Nevis McLintock
Daniel Lapaine - Bradley Coleman