‘Unforgotten’ Season 6: Release Date, Cast Information, Plot Details, and More

ITV’s acclaimed crime drama, Unforgotten, has officially announced its return for a sixth season. This series, which artfully unravels the complexities of chilling cold cases through a dedicated team of London detectives, continues to capture the audience’s heart despite significant casting changes in its fifth season. Notably, the fifth season was among ITV’s highest-rated programs in 2023, making this renewal both expected and enthusiastically anticipated.

Here’s everything you need to know about Unforgotten season 6.

Release Date for Unforgotten Season 6

The sixth season of Unforgotten premiered in the U. K.on ITV and ITVX in February 2025. Fans in the U. S.can also look forward to this new season, as PBS Masterpiece has confirmed its inclusion in their 2025 lineup, although a specific release date is still pending.

Cast of Unforgotten Season 6

Returning to the series are Sinéad Keenan as DCI Jess James and Sanjeev Bhaskar as DI Sunil ‘Sunny’ Khan, who will continue to lead the investigation team. Joining them are familiar faces including Jordan Long (DS Murray Boulting), Carolina Main (DS Fran Lingley), Pippa Nixon (DC Karen Willets), Georgia Mackenzie (Dr. Leanne Balcombe), Andrew Lancel (Steve James), and Kate Robbins (Kate).

This season also introduces new cast members such as MyAnna Buring as Melinda Ricci, Victoria Hamilton as Juliet Cooper, and Phaldut Sharma as Ram Sidhu, all of whom contribute to the rich narrative tapestry of the show.

Plot Overview for Unforgotten Season 6

The fifth season of Unforgotten navigated complex themes, particularly centered around grief, following the tragic death of DCI Cassie Stuart (played by Nicola Walker) in the season 4 finale. This emotional backdrop led to some initial friction between Jess and Sunny, but ultimately, their partnership evolved into a stronger and more efficient collaboration.

Season 6 promises to delve deeper into their partnership, a hallmark of what makes Unforgotten resonate with viewers. The series emphasizes not only the stories of the victims but also the intricacies of its central characters.

This season will present a more contemporary case, focusing on the murder of Gerry Cooper, whose remains are unearthed at Whitney Marsh. Cooper’s backstory reveals a web of deceit tied to financial trouble sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, adding layers to the mystery and driving the narrative tension.

To uncover the truth behind his killing, viewers will need to tune in to the gripping new season.

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