Fans of the British detective series Shetland can mark their calendars! Season 9 of the hit show is set to premiere on BritBox in the U.S. and Canada on December 11, with new episodes streaming weekly until January 15. This season promises suspenseful twists and fresh mysteries as DI Ruth Calder (Ashley Jensen) and Alison “Tosh” McIntosh (Alison O’Donnell) take on the latest cases across the scenic Shetland Isles.
Double Trouble: Calder and Tosh Face a Dual Mystery
Season 9 kicks off with a missing persons case that quickly becomes personal. Annie Bett (Sarah MacGillivray), a friend of Tosh’s, and her young son vanish without a trace. Concerned for her friend, Tosh dives headfirst into the case, contacting Annie’s estranged husband, Ian (Robert Jack), who reveals Annie had been staying with mussel farmer John Harris (Vincent Regan) before she disappeared. However, the trail soon runs cold.
The detectives turn to Euan Rossi (Ian Hart), Annie’s old tutor from Oxford, who traveled to Shetland after a distressing call from her. Rossi’s involvement raises suspicions, especially for Calder, who senses the professor might be hiding something.
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Another Mystery Unfolds
The missing persons case isn’t the only challenge awaiting Calder and Tosh. A family dispute between two brothers turns deadly, drawing the detectives into a second investigation. And as if that weren’t enough, a bloodied stranger shows up in a remote garage, adding a dark twist that keeps the team guessing as they unravel the truth behind these interconnected cases.
Cast Highlights for Season 9
This season, fans can expect a more confident Tosh, as she starts stepping up and trusting her instincts with support from Calder. Alongside Jensen and O’Donnell, Season 9 will feature both returning characters and new faces, including Jacob Ferguson, Ross Anderson, Macleod Stephen, Steven Robertson, and many others who add depth to Shetland’s mysterious landscape.
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A New Chapter for Shetland
Shetland Season 9, adapted by lead writers Paul Logue and Denise Paul, promises intense drama and complex mysteries. With stunning Scottish scenery and intricate plots, this season will keep viewers on the edge of their seats as Calder and Tosh confront both personal and professional challenges.
Don’t miss the premiere of Shetland Season 9 on BritBox starting December 11, and keep watching each week for new episodes through January 15. For mystery lovers, this season is set to be one of the most engaging yet!
Catch up on previous seasons and stay tuned for more updates as Shetland returns with its thrilling new chapter on BritBox.