Outlander star Richard Rankin has actually landed a new duty far from the program – and it seems seriously great. The star, that plays Roger in the hit STARZ drama, is established to play John Rebus in the upcoming BBC drama Rebus – and we can not. Right here’s what we understand thus far …

Rebus is established to be a new adjustment of the Examiner Rebus books by Ian Rankin, with the tale reimagining John Rebus as a young Investigator Sergeant. The main run-through reviews: “Investigator Sergeant [is] attracted right into a fierce criminal problem that transforms individual when his sibling Michael, a previous soldier, goes across the line right into crime.

“Rebus finds himself torn between protecting his brother and enforcing the law to bring Michael to justice. This epic series explores family, morality and class through an emotionally-charged story, set against the Scottish landmarks that Rankin’s readers know so well.”

Shooting on the 6- component collection has actually currently happened in Glasgow and Edinburgh, so followers will not have lengthy to wait! It is established to air on BBC Scotland, BBC One and BBC iPlayer later on this springtime.

Richard will certainly additionally be signed up with by Line of Obligation star Lucie Shorthouse, Vigil star Noof Ousellam, and The Ipcress Data star, Brian Ferguson.

Discussing the new program, Richard stated: “I am thrilled that Rebus will premiere on the BBC. It’s been an honour taking on the role of Ian Rankin’s renowned John Rebus. A character enjoyed by so many in such a fresh and original adaptation.”

Writer Ian Rankin included: “I’m thrilled that Rebus is coming to the BBC. A great cast and a compelling story – I really can’t wait for viewers to see it.”

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The author of the adjustment, Gregory Burke, included: “It has been a huge privilege to work on a new show with Ian Rankin’s iconic character at its centre, and I couldn’t be more delighted that it is to be broadcast on the BBC.”

Richard is best recognized for his duty as Roger McKenzie in Outlander, and will certainly depict the duty up until the program’s final thought with period 8. Discussing learning that the program was finishing, he informed Collider: “I had to be consoled. I was depressed for days.”

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His carbon monoxide-star, Sophie Skelton, included: “We went into Season 7 thinking that it was gonna be the last one, so Season 8 is a bonus for us and a bonus for the fans. It means we get more time with these characters and with the family that we’ve created, so it’s good. There’s still joy to be had yet. And Season 7 is such a fantastic season. There are 16 episodes, so we’re a long way off it feeling like the end yet.”

Followers have actually been patiently waiting on Outlander’s period 7 sequel return, will certainly the best occurring on 16 June. Will you be enjoying? We understand we will!