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Daily Mail
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
ITV reveals the fate of Trigger Point as filming concludes on series three - with Vicky McClure paying tribute to cast and crew
ITV has revealed the fate of Trigger Point as filming concludes on the third series of the popular show. The broadcaster has recommissioned a fourth instalment of the bomb disposal drama, starring Vicky McClure as Lana Washington, an ex-military bomb disposal operative and Afghan War veteran. Trigger Point first aired in 2022 and delves into the world of a team of explosive disposal officers who try to keep the city safe from threats. The third series is set to air later this year in autumn on ITV and STV, while the fourth will hit screens in 2026. Filming for the newest instalment is set to commence over the summer months. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Trigger Point first aired in 2022 delves into the world of a team of explosive disposal officers who try to keep the city safe from threats Actress Vicky paid tribute to the show's cast and crew and gushed about how she had a 'great time' creating the drama. She said: 'We're all buzzing ITV have such faith in this series to commission a fourth before the third has even aired. 'I love working with the team, we have a great time making the show and I cannot wait to continue Lana's journey on Trigger Point.' While ITV's Director of Drama, Polly Hill commented: 'Trigger Point is one of ITV's most-watched dramas of last year after Mr Bates Vs The Post Office so I'm delighted that this thrilling series is returning for a fourth series. 'I know audiences will be once again on the edge of their seat as Lana and the team take us on another thrilling ride to keep the capital safe.' Last year, Vicky revealed how filming for the hit show was no mean feat and said the gruelling physical scenes left her feeling like her back had 'broken in half'. Speaking about the fatigue she felt on set, McClure told ITV: 'It was so exhausting! It is physical for sure. 'But the most tiring aspect is that I'm in pretty much every day because even if I'm not acting I'm there as an executive producer, watching footage and writing notes on scripts. 'I don't want to be an exec just for the title, I've got my own production company now and I like to get involved. 'I feel like a crew member on Trigger Point, which is great. I'm just one of those people who tends not to take too much time off.' Revealing she refused to let the fatigue get to her, McClure added: 'I think I did have one massage during the shoot because my back felt like it was broken in half at one point, but otherwise I just kept going. 'I turned 40 while we were filming, so that was a great excuse for me to keep moaning about the fact that I'm 40 and was doing all this running. 'The camera could tell it was me so there was no chance of using a stunt double! 'I lucked out though because my birthday was the day of the Coronation so everyone was off. I was in the day after though, so no hangovers allowed, but thankfully I'm not a big drinker!'
The Sun
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Future of Vicky McClure's Trigger Point revealed by ITV ahead of series three launch this autumn
THE future of ITV drama Trigger Point has been revealed ahead of series three's launch this autumn. Trigger Point stars Vicky McClure as lead character Lana Washington, a bomb disposal operative. 3 3 3 ITV have now recommissioned the high-stakes show for a fourth series. Earlier this year, Vicky was spotted on set while filming series three. Polly Hill, ITV's Director of Drama, shared her excitement about the show being confirmed to return. She said: "Trigger Point is one of ITV's most-watched dramas of last year after Mr Bates vs The Post Office so I'm delighted that this thrilling series is returning for a fourth series." Polly added: "I know audiences will be once again on the edge of their seat as Lana and the team take us on another thrilling ride to keep the capital safe." While star Vicky commented: "We're all buzzing ITV have such faith in this series to commission a fourth before the third has even aired." She continued: "I love working with the team, we have a great time making the show and I cannot wait to continue Lana's journey on Trigger Point." The premise follows a bomb squad in London and the difficult situations they handle on a daily basis. Vicky's character, Lana, leads a Metropolitan Police bomb squad - but has a background as an Afghan War veteran. In particular, the show's second series was a huge hit with viewers and gained 8.1 million viewers when it aired. Future of huge ITV drama confirmed after explosive cliffhanger ending to latest series It became the second most watched drama for ITV, with Mr Bates vs The Post Office taking the spot of number one. The Sun revealed last October that Trigger Point would be receiving a third series. 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 were also revealed to be returning. Earlier this year, Channel 5 commissioned a real-life"Trigger Point" show following Britain's bomb disposal squads. Trigger Point airs on ITV1 and STV - and is available to stream on ITVX. Crime dramas on ITVX Crime drama buffs have a wide selection of choices on ITVX - here is a selection of some of the programmes available to binge. Professor T: Based on a Belgian TV series of the same name, former Death in Paradise lead Ben Miller plays the title character. Professor Jasper Tempest is a criminologist with OCD who helps the police solve crimes. The cast also includes Emma Naomi, Barney White and Andy Gathergood. The Beast Must Die: This series follows a mother's grief for her son, who was killed in an accident. Nicholas Blake's novel of the same name has been adapted for the programme. Stars include Cush Jumbo, Jared Harris, Billy Howle and Geraldine James. Red Eye: Starring Richard Armitage, Jing Lusi and Lesley Sharp star in this six-part thriller, which mostly takes place during an all-night flight between London and Beijing. With dead bodies piling up and a mystery to unravel, the heroes must work fast to get to the truth. The Twelve: This Australian drama originally aired as a miniseries in 2022, with the episodes dropping in the UK in February 2023. Four months later, the show was renewed for a second season. Jurassic Park star Sam Neill stars in the leading role of barrister Brett Colby. Manhunt: Martin Clunes stars in this drama based on true murder investigations. Series one focused on the death of Amélie Delagrange, which took place in 2004, while the second depicted the search for serial rapist Delroy Grant.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Urbana mall hosts Read for America event
URBANA, Ill (WCIA) — Close to 1,000 books were given away in Urbana to celebrate Reading Across America over the weekend. The Urbana Park District handed out the free reading materials at Lincoln Square Mall on Saturday. Over 30 different booths set up to help promote literacy in the area. Organizers said this can lead to success for students in the future. Hundreds of people in Champaign walked the streets in support of science 'Well, literacy is so important because it's what connects you to good citizenship, to critical thinking, to success in school. So, we really support it in every way that we can,' ALTRUSA President-Elect Polly Hill said. Hill said organizers were able to reach their goal for the number of books handed out at this year's event. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
