Quick Read
- ITV has confirmed that filming has begun on season seven of Unforgotten.
- The series continues its focus on historic cold cases and their present-day consequences.
- Sanjeev Bhaskar returns as DI Sunil \”Sunny\” Khan.
- Creator Chris Lang remains the sole writer of the series.
- No broadcast date has yet been announced by ITV.
LONDON (Azat TV) – Filming has begun on season seven of the ITV crime drama Unforgotten, confirming the return of one of British television’s most respected detective series. The new season is now in production across several locations in the United Kingdom, according to ITV and production partners.
The development marks the next phase for the drama, which has built its reputation on exploring decades-old crimes and the human consequences that emerge when long-buried truths are uncovered. Since its debut in 2015, Unforgotten has earned critical acclaim for its character-driven storytelling and restrained portrayal of police work.
Production moves into active filming
ITV confirmed that cameras are rolling on the seventh season, signaling the show’s transition from development into full production. While specific plot details remain undisclosed, the series is expected to maintain its established structure of following a single cold case across the season.
The drama is produced by Mainstreet Pictures in association with ITV Studios. Creator Chris Lang continues as lead writer, preserving a creative continuity that has defined the series across its previous seasons.
The broadcaster has not confirmed the number of episodes or a release schedule. Historically, Unforgotten seasons have consisted of six episodes, allowing for detailed exploration of both the investigation and the personal lives affected by the case.
Returning faces and continuity
Sanjeev Bhaskar returns as DI Sunil \”Sunny\” Khan, who has remained the emotional core of the series following major cast changes in earlier seasons. His character continues to anchor the narrative as investigations reopen crimes that many believed had been consigned to history.
Additional casting announcements are expected as filming progresses. Past seasons have featured wide ensemble casts, often drawing on prominent British actors to portray individuals connected to the historic cases under scrutiny.
A series defined by consequence
Unlike conventional crime dramas, Unforgotten places emphasis on moral accountability and long-term impact rather than procedural momentum. Each season examines how past actions reverberate through families, institutions, and communities decades later.
This approach has contributed to strong viewership and international recognition, including successful distribution through PBS Masterpiece in the United States, where the series has developed a substantial audience.
What comes next
ITV has not indicated whether season seven represents a continuation toward future installments or a potential concluding chapter. The start of filming confirms, however, that the network remains committed to the series as a key part of its scripted portfolio.
The renewal and active production of a seventh season reflect ITV’s broader reliance on established, high-trust drama brands as broadcasters compete for audience attention in an increasingly fragmented viewing landscape.