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Future of huge ITV drama confirmed after explosive cliffhanger ending to latest series
The second series, which aired in January, averaged 8.1 million viewers
TRIGGER Point fans desperate for more after the explosive finale on the last series’ won’t have long to wait.
A third season of the thriller has been commissioned and will begin filming next year.
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And in-demand Vicky McClure is back as lead bomb disposal operative Lana Washington.
We last saw Lana open up to pal Sonya at a wedding, saying: “I’m not OK.”
She had just managed to use her expertise to escape terrorists who had kidnapped her.
I can reveal the third series will see her soldiering on, with her and her team called to investigate a bomb threat that soon reveals itself to be the start of a sinister vendetta.
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A source revealed: “Someone is targeting individuals, and demanding revenge.
“Working alongside the police counterterrorism unit, the bomb disposal squad race against time to find the bomber before they claim their next victim.”
Eric Shango, Nabil Elouahabi, Natalie Simpson and Maanuv Thiara are also back.
Vicky said: “We’re all so excited to get going. Having had such a positive response to the previous two series, we want to make the next one even more exciting, keep everyone on the edge of their seats whilst getting to know even more about the brilliant characters in the show.
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“I’s a joy to play a role with as many layers as Lana.”
The second series, which aired in January, averaged 8.1 million viewers and was the second most watched drama on ITV1 this year after the award- winning Mr Bates vs The Post Office.
Explosive drama Trigger Point returns to ITV for series 2
Producers Jed Mercurio thanked the “fantastic crew and brilliant cast” for making the show such a success. and said he was thrilled ITV had commissioned a third season.
The channel’s head of drama Polly Hill added: “There’s going to be lots more twists and turns and explosions. Viewers are going to love it!”
I think it’s fair to say they will.
NETFLIX plans to celebrate Edinburgh’s central role in romantic drama One Day with a plaque in the city - but not everyone is happy with it.
Travel expert GetYourGuide backs the move, as its research has found 44 per cent of travellers choose desintations based on their passions.
Spokesman Benjy Potter said: “In an age where passions drive travel, whether it’s literary landmarks or iconic art, TV and film locations deserve the same recognition.
"Markers like that planned for One Day have the potential to transport fans directly into the worlds of their favourite series and films.
"We know that film and TV tourism is just as significant as other cultural travel experiences like literature and art and it's time to celebrate the rich diversity of British TV and filmmaking more actively."
SCRIBBLY SAGA SET TO STUN
LIANE MORIARTY’s gripping tales have sparked two hit TV series and now a third has been made for the BBC.
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Her Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers hooked audiences – and The Last Anniversary aims to follow suit.
It centres on a family living on Scribbly Gum Island, where a young couple vanished decades ago.
Newcomer Sophie’s arrival turns everything on its head.
Teresa Palmer leads the six-parter’s cast alongside Miranda Richardson and Danielle Macdonald.
Susan Prior, Claude Scott-Mitchell, Charlie Garber, Uli Latukefu and Jeremy Lindsay Taylor also feature.
DOC Martin’s Martin Clunes and The Inbetweeners’ James Buckley star in comedy drama film Mother’s Pride, which has finished filming in Somerset.
It tells of a failing pub, a divided community and a grieving family whose lives are changed by entering the Great British Beer Awards.
DENISE TO TURN UP HEAT
DENISE VAN OUTEN will help families keep warm this winter with a new show.
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The Channel 4 one-off special will see her meet families living in a range of different-sized properties to road test methods to keep their homes cosy.
Heat Your Home For Less will offer suggestions using cutting-edge gadgets and innovative renovations for the public at home to follow.
There will also be renter-friendly options.
Ultimately, the methods will be put to the test to see whether people can cut down a little on the sky-high cost of living.
Filming is expected to start soon, with Salamanda Media, the production company behind the show, currently casting for people to take part.
It’s the latest in Denise’s consumer titles for the channel after a string of successes. The show will air over the winter.
PERRIE’S TOP TELLY
IF anyone knows a thing or two about what makes a superstar, it’s Perrie Edwards.
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The singer has toured the world as part of hit girl band Little Mix, who won The X Factor in 2011.
Now, she will be on the panel of The Voice for a guest judging stint tomorrow.
Perrie helps McFly stars Danny Jones and Tom Fletcher choose which of two acts they will take through to the semi-final.
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After tomorrow’s episode, just two shows remain – the semi-final and final.
The Voice airs on Saturdays at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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