{"id":16593,"date":"2022-06-07T23:00:57","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T21:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1656202"},"modified":"2022-06-07T23:48:13","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T21:48:13","slug":"will-there-be-a-silent-witness-season-26-release-date-speculation-and-cast-news","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/will-there-be-a-silent-witness-season-26-release-date-speculation-and-cast-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Will there be a Silent Witness season 26? Release date speculation and cast news"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By James Hibbs\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 07 June 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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It\u2019s been a big year for Silent Witness \u2013 not only did the series celebrate its 25th anniversary<\/a> in style, with a massive 6-part story, but it also saw the return of classic character Sam Ryan, who first appeared in the show\u2019s very first season.<\/p>\n

Amanda Burton\u2019s character appeared in a murky story, which was set off when the health secretary was assassinated at the launch of Sam Ryan\u2019s new company.<\/p>\n

This was the first time that Emilia Fox\u2019s Nikki Alexander came face to face with Sam<\/a>, but throughout the run, there were serious questions over whether the latter could truly be trusted<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Now, with the anniversary series completed, questions turn to whether the long-running series has been renewed for a 26th season.<\/p>\n

Read on for everything you need to know about Silent Witness season 26.<\/p>

Has Silent Witness been renewed for season 26?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Emilia Fox plays Dr Nikki Alexander in Silent Witness<\/span><\/figcaption> BBC<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Sadly, Silent Witness hasn\u2019t been officially confirmed to be returning for a 26th season just yet.<\/p>\n

However, with the series currently on a high having just celebrated its 25th anniversary, it seems unlikely that the long-running medical drama will be slowing down or stopping any time soon.<\/p>\n

For his part, David Caves who plays Jack Hodgson recently told RadioTimes.com<\/a> that the series \u201ccould go on forever\u201d<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Watch this space, and we\u2019ll keep this page updated as soon as a recommission is confirmed or more news is released on the series\u2019 future.<\/p>\n

When could Silent Witness season 26 be released?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Emilia Fox, David Caves and Genesis Lynea in Silent Witness<\/span><\/figcaption> BBC, David Emery<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

While it\u2019s hard to pinpoint exactly when the series would return, given that it hasn\u2019t yet been officially recommissioned if it followed a similar pattern to previous years it could be released in about a year\u2019s time.<\/p>\n

The series has usually held a slot each year in January, but since the COVID-19 pandemic, this has shifted, with season 24 being released in September and the current season starting its run in May. Whether the series will now revert back to its January slot or stick with a Spring release, remains to be seen.<\/p>\n

Silent Witness cast \u2013 who would return for season 26?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The cast of Silent Witness<\/span><\/figcaption> BBC<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The cast of Silent Witness<\/a> season 26 hasn\u2019t been announced yet, but we\u2019d expect the main trio of Emila Fox as Nikki Alexander, David Caves as Jack Hodgson <\/strong>and Genesis Lynea as Simone Tyler<\/strong> to all return for more.<\/p>\n

One central cast member from season 25 that we wouldn\u2019t expect to be back for more is Silent Witness stalwart Amanda Burton.<\/p>\n

Although her character Sam Ryan returned for the show\u2019s 25th anniversary, Burton ruled out further appearances when talking with Radio Times magazine<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Asked if she would return, she said: \u201cNo. No more\u00a0Silent Witness. This has been so special and gorgeous, and to be a part of this landmark celebration of the 25th anniversary is enough.\u201d<\/p>\n

Is there a trailer for Silent Witness season 26?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There isn\u2019t just yet we\u2019re afraid, but we\u2019ll keep this page updated as soon as a trailer or any new footage is available.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, you can rewatch the trailer for season 25 right here.<\/p>\n