Tom Brittney, known for his role in ITV’s Grantchester, is set to depart the show after a six-year stint, with new ventures already on the horizon.
Brittney’s character, Reverend Will Davenport, was introduced in the fourth season as a replacement for Reverend Sidney Chambers (portrayed by James Norton) and has since been DI Geordie Keating’s (Robson Green) partner in crime-solving.
Regrettably, the 34-year-old actor announced his departure from the ITV series during its ninth run with his final scenes broadcasting tonight, Wednesday, January 15, at 9 pm.
In the last episode, viewers saw Will grappling with a sense of stagnation as his church congregation started to dwindle.
An offer from the Bishop to relocate to a new parish suggests a plausible exit route for Will.
Everything Grantchester’s Will Davenport star Tom Brittney has lined up after ITV exit (Image: ITV)
Grantchester actor Tom Brittney is starring in the upcoming thriller Black Box (Flight 298) with former Strictly Come Dancing runner-up Danny Mac. (Image: BBC)
However, Tom Brittney isn’t slowing down, with several projects already lined up, one of which debuts this week.
He’ll appear as a character named Dylan in ‘s action-packed film Back In Action, sharing screen space with heavyweights Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx.
The description reads: “Former CIA spies Emily and Matt are pulled back into espionage after their secret identities are exposed.”
Set for release on Friday, January 17, Back In Action boasts an impressive cast that includes Glenn Close of Fatal Attraction fame, Fleabag’s Andrew Scott, and Kyle Chandler from Bloodline.
Grantchester’s Tom Brittney features in the Netflix film Back in Action with Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx. (Image: NETFLIX)
The Grantchester star is also involved in the thriller Black Box (Flight 298), currently in post-production.
The upcoming film boasts a cast of recognisable talent, including ‘Waterloo Road’ and ‘Cold Feet’ actor Ceallach Spellman, alongside ‘Hollyoaks’ favourite and ” 2016 finalist Danny Mac.
The movie’s synopsis teases: “Vero Airlines Flight 298 from New Orleans to Seattle becomes the center of a chilling supernatural mystery.”
Grantchester season nine continues every Wednesday at 9pm on ITV and ITVX.