Shetland

I loved Mark Bonnar in "Guilt" as the dodgy criminal brother. I did wonder if Shetland would end with Perez leaving the island to set up home with him, because he said in the first episode he would never live there again when he left jail. I suppose that means he won't be in any new episodes.

I thought the plot was too convoluted and far-fetched in the end. Dougie Henshall is a fine actor and was convincing as a man going frayed at the edges. However, for me the characters have strayed too far from the original books. Sandy, for one, in the books is a clueless and even something of a liability, but here he was efficient and sensible. However, he at least did sound like a Shetlander.
As an antidote to the TV series, I am now re-reading the books, starting with Raven Black which is an intriguing psychological thriller. But those of you who only know Perez as Dougie Henshall may be disappointed!

They will bring in some sort of black go getter to meet diversity targets and beef up the story by his/her struggles to understand the local area. It'll be like a chilly 'Death in Paradise'.

I hope Tosh doesn't take over as the lead. At one time she seemed good but now she seems to have only one expression which is stunned mullet.
As for her daft-as-a-brush partner, hope they write him out too.

Sparklefizz ??

Marydoll

PS, I prefer Mark to Dougie!

Me too!!!!

NanKate

Thank you - another 11 days until I am the same age as Dolly Parton ?‍♀️

You know what they say - you're not old until Mick Jagger says you are!! Ditto Dolly Parton!

Mark Bonner is a brilliant actor. Unfortunately, he can't take over from Douglas.

PS, I prefer Mark to Dougie!

I agree, Grayling. I do like him. DH and I used to joke that every time, we turned on the TV, he was there.
He can be quite sinister at times!

Yes, he is Marydoll as we saw briefly in the last episode. Think I was just wishing he might still have a part to play given his prominence in the series but sadly not!! No doubt he has a busy schedule with other work coming up. He's a pretty versatile actor.

Is Duncan, ( Mark Bonnar) not in prison? It would be difficult to fit him into the storyline, if he is miles away in Barlinnie.

I feel that "Shetland" has been given a good run and time to move on but bit doubtful about the new series (most of which has already been shot) but there have been no leaks about the lead part. I nearly stopped watching the current one after episode two but kept going out of loyalty. My only real annoyance was "Where was Mark Bonner?" We only saw him very briefly in this last series which was strange as he was featured heavily before.

Thank you - another 11 days until I am the same age as Dolly Parton ?‍♀️

You're a spring chicken!

Happy birthday (whenever it is)

September 1946 - the Dark Ages.

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I might be older than you, NanKate
Dougie won't give me a passing glance!

You go for it Callistemon ? I’m a bit too old in the tooth for him. I think Cary Grant in his older years would have suited me more.

He needn't bother for me, I'll take him as he is ?

Oops, is that un PC?

Callistemon21

NanKate

If I have upset anyone on this thread with my comments apologies. ?

I didn’t expect him to look like James Bond it was just an observation. He’s a good actor.

You haven't upset me

But you did upset Dougie, he's devastated.
He's started a fitness regime.

..... and looking for a new stylist!

NanKate

If I have upset anyone on this thread with my comments apologies. ?

I didn’t expect him to look like James Bond it was just an observation. He’s a good actor.

You haven't upset me

But you did upset Dougie, he's devastated.
He's started a fitness regime.

It was only in the pub, Kate!!

Lucky you Mary. He looks good for a cuddle ?

Kate, it was a tongue in cheek remark I made, please don't be upset.
Anyway, I've seen him in the flesh! Many moons ago.?

I know Marydoll we are buddies ?

I should just keep my thoughts to myself. Often I open my mouth when I should keep it shut, well so my DH says ?

One last comment, Dougie’s eyes and forehead where just like my Dad’s when he was in his 40s. It gave me a warm feeling. ❤️