The Bill to make comeback with original cast members ‘in talks’ to return

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The Bill is reportedly set to make an exciting comeback with a selection of original cast members appearing in the show.

The iconic cop drama, that aired between 1983 and 2010, is set for a complete revamp amid reports that two new seasons are being created by writer Simon Sansome.

According to The Sun, actors Graham Cole, Trudie Goodwin and Mark Wingett are all in talks about reprising their roles when they appear in the reboot.

It is also understood that the new crime drama will be called Sun Hill, however, it is yet to be confirmed which channel will pick up the show.

An insider speaking to the publication revealed that the team are eager to move the project forward – over a decade since the show last appeared on screens.



Trudie Goodwin is among the original cast members rumoured to make a return
Trudie Goodwin is among the original cast members rumoured to make a return

“The project started picking up pace last year after the cast got together to mark ten years since the show last aired,” the source said.

“Simon started investigating the rights and managed to acquire them. Three of the best known stars are in talks and he’s hopeful he can get them on board. Tony has seen the script and they hope they can get him signed up too.

The television source also added that there will be a mix of new stars alongside the more recognisable original cast members at the Sun Hill police station.



The Bill was on TV screens until 2010
The Bill was on TV screens until 2010



The writer of The Bill is reportedly creating two new seasons
The writer of The Bill is reportedly creating two new seasons

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“The new, green, coppers need a helping hand after murder and suicide rates go sky-high in Sun Hill so they bring back the legends as consultants to help with their investigations,” the insider continued.

The Bill ran from 1983 to 2010 and aired a whopping 2,425 episodes across its tenure before the show was eventually axed.

The original show also welcomed appearances from actors that went on to gain international fame in the showbiz world.



Graham Cole is also another former Bill star that is reportedly 'in talks' to make a return
Graham Cole is also another former Bill star that is reportedly ‘in talks’ to make a return



Mark Wingett could be reprising his role in the exciting reboot
Mark Wingett could be reprising his role in the exciting reboot

Among the actors that can be spotted in scenes was Keira Knightley, James McAvoy, David Tenant, Sean Bean, David Walliams and even Emma Bunton.

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Originally from https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/bill-make-comeback-two-series-23929343

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