Vera fans have been given a major clue about when the hit drama will finally wrap up after 14 years of enthralling millions.The good news for those eager viewers is that they won't have to wait long.
Vera, which is based on Ann Cleeves' DCI Stanhope novels, first appeared on our screens on ITV in 2011, with BAFTA winner Brenda Blethyn taking on the lead role.This role would soon establish her as one of television's most beloved detectives.
After the pilot episode Hidden Depths, which featured a young Sam Fender as a corpse in a bathtub, attracted a large audience, more episodes were quickly commissioned.The much-loved show has now amassed 13 series, each proving to be a real ratings success.
Over the past decade, Vera has gained international popularity, amassing dedicated fans as far away as Australia and Japan.Therefore, it was a significant blow when ITV executives announced that the upcoming 14th series would be its last.
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