Shetland fans have all made the same plea after the BBC announced the detective drama would be returning for two further seasons – without Douglas Henshall. Henshall unexpectedly announced his departure from the show just one month before the seventh season finale aired in August 2022. He noted that he thought the show and his character Jimmy Perez had “run its course” and felt “very comfortable” with his decision – citing he was ready to explore other acting opportunities. It was announced yesterday that Ashley Jensen and Alison O’Donnell will reprise their roles as Detective Ruth Calder and …
