ITV is airing a repeat episode of the beloved British crime drama Vera tonight, Monday, June 29, at 8:35pm, following the Brazil vs Japan World Cup knockout match. The episode, titled 'Tender', is from season 13 and will run until 10:30pm.
Plot of the Repeat Episode
In 'Tender', Vera investigates the death of a sickly young girl whose body is discovered in a railway siding. The official synopsis states: 'The case soon turns up twists and turns that makes Vera question who this girl actually was, and ask if her weakened state allowed someone to take advantage of her.'
Background on the Series
Vera, based on Ann Cleeves' novels, aired on ITV from 2011 to 2025, starring Brenda Blethyn as Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope. The series concluded with its 14th series in January 2025, where Vera retired to the Northumbrian coast with her dog after turning down a promotion. Blethyn, now 80, stepped away from the role to spend more time with family, stating: 'Working on Vera has been a joy from beginning to end and I'm sad to be saying cheerio. But I am so proud of our achievements over the last 14 years.'
Fan Reception
Fans have expressed continued admiration for the series online. One IMDb user wrote: 'Vera is the best ever.' Another commented: '10/10 crime series and a must watch for Sunday evening viewing!!!' A third added: 'Best detective show on TV.' One viewer remarked: 'Vera shows up as the best British TV has to offer. Flawless crime drama,' while another said: 'Vera is everyone's favourite detective. One of the most remarkable detectives ever.' A sixth fan stated: 'All time favourite detective. The best series of all time. After 40 years of watching and reading that type of crime drama, this is on the top of my list.'
Where to Watch
The repeat episode airs on ITV1 at 8:35pm and is available to stream on ITVX.
