Ashley Hill, Guest blogger
“Sherlock,” “All Creatures Great and Small” and “Downton Abbey” are viewer favorites – past and present - all under the drama umbrella. Masterpiece has been a staple of drama entertainment for over 50 years and has been keeping audiences on the edge of their seats with every new episode released. Keep reading to learn about upcoming June show premieres, interviews with Masterpiece actors and how to sign up for our email newsletter to stay in the know.
New Releases
As Masterpiece continues to air the classics that remain popular as ever, we do have a lineup of new releases that will be sure to impress the drama lover in all of us. Be sure to download the PBS app to watch anywhere, anytime.
Watch June 16, 7 p.m.
Starring Ben Miller, Frances de la Tour and Juliet Stevenson, the multiple award-winning, much-loved crime drama “Professor T” is back for a third season, premiering Sunday, June 16, at 7 p.m. The professor is back in jail and must find a way to get his old life and job back. The police need his expertise to help crack some tricky and intriguing crimes.
Watch June 16, 8 p.m.
“Grantchester” is back for its Season 9 premiere Sunday, June 16, at 8 p.m. There’s no shortage of murder, mystery and mayhem in the seemingly quiet 1950s Cambridgeshire village of Grantchester — and police detective Geordie Keating (played by Robson Green) and resident vicar (played by James Norton, Tom Brittney and Rishi Nair, respectively) are always on the case. There’s a real warmth to this period crime drama, set in a picturesque location with central characters who’ve formed their own version of a family.
Watch June 16, 9 p.m.
Premiering Sunday, June 16, at 9 p.m., “D.I. Ray” returns two months after her suspension, thrust back into homicide after the fatal shooting of an innocent nurse and the head of a notorious crime family points to brewing tensions between rival crime families.
Let’s Hear from Some Actors
Masterpiece’s podcast, called “MASTERPIECE Studio” features interviews with actors from countless series; from heartwarming goodbyes from beloved actors to stories of how Masterpiece programs have shaped their careers. These interviews are captivating and give listeners insight to the people behind the characters. These podcast interviews contain exclusive content straight from the series actors that cannot be heard anywhere else.
“Making Masterpiece” is another podcast feature worth checking out. Have you ever wanted to know what all goes into how a show is created, actors are chosen, and filming begins? “Making Masterpiece” is the perfect way to get all these questions answered and so much more.
Get those snacks ready and settle in Sunday night, June 16 to meet new to you Masterpiece characters, or welcome them back and see what will happen next.
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