ITV is bringing back a fan-favourite with a repeat episode of the detective drama McDonald and Dodds airing on ITV3 this Sunday. Though the series was officially cancelled in 2025 after four seasons due to declining viewership, the upcoming rebroadcast is sure to delight loyal fans.
Originally launched in 2020, McDonald and Dodds starred Jason Watkins as DS Dodds and Tala Gouveia as DCI Lauren McDonald. The duo solved complex crimes set against the picturesque backdrop of Bath, captivating audiences with their chemistry and intriguing storylines.
This weekend’s episode is from the third series, titled A Billion Beats. The plot plunges the detectives into the high-speed world of Formula 1 when Bath’s renowned Addington motorsport family reports the suspicious death of their rising star during a lightning-fast pit stop. As an F1 enthusiast, McDonald is determined not to be outmaneuvered by the Addington patriarch, Team Coach Archie Addington. But when someone close to McDonald becomes entangled in the investigation, the case takes unexpected turns. Dodds’ unique skills ultimately help expose the darker realities behind the glamorous sport and uncover the truth.
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When the cancellation was announced, many viewers expressed their disappointment online, while the show’s lead actors remained hopeful about its future. Tala Gouveia told Radio Times that although the show was cancelled, they wouldn’t rule out the possibility of other networks picking it up, saying, “It is a show that people will watch. So, of course, it could find another home." Jason Watkins echoed this optimism, emphasizing the strong on-screen and off-screen partnership that made the show special.
Fans have taken to platforms like Reddit to voice their desire for the series to be revived. Comments include, “I want more McDonald and Dodds!! I love it,” and “So sad to hear it was cancelled. Wish they could solve how to bring it back.” Many lament the loss of well-crafted mysteries and the show’s refreshing unpredictability.
For those eager to revisit the drama, McDonald and Dodds airs Sunday at 4:05 pm on ITV3, offering a chance to enjoy one more thrilling episode from the beloved Bath-set detective series.