Neil Dudgeon is set to reprise his role as DCI Barnaby in the latest episode of Midsomer Murders, titled Book of the Dead, airing tonight. He will be joined by DS Jamie Winter (Nick Hendrix) and Fleur Perkins (Annette Badland) as they investigate a series of perplexing murders.
The episode features guest appearances from notable actors, including Death in Paradise star Felixe Forde, who plays Scarlett Myhill, and Downton Abbey and Grantchester star Oliver Dimsdale, who portrays Rev Sebastian Butts. Coronation Street legend Sally Lindsay also joins the cast as Danica Trask.
In an exclusive interview, Dudgeon reflected on his tenure, which began in 2011 after taking over from John Nettles. He admitted initial doubts about the role but expressed gratitude for the show's continued success. 'I take it a year at a time,' he said, adding that he hopes to avoid overstaying his welcome.
The episode's synopsis teases: 'When the author of a book that sparked a nationwide treasure hunt is found dead, Barnaby and Winter must unravel the cryptic clues to find the killer among a group of dedicated seekers.'
