Fans of ITV's hit crime drama Professor T have been patiently awaiting the arrival of season four, which has already aired on PBS in the US. It's been reported that the series, which stars Death in Paradise actor Ben Miller as Cambridge-based professor of criminology Jasper Tempest, was due to return to ITV and ITVX this year and has been scheduled to air 2026. However, HELLO! understands that ITV had not previously announced a 2025 release date, and is anticipating a 2026 release.
While it's been over a year since season three arrived, the good news is that the drama has already been renewed for season five - which is no surprise given the show's popularity. Ben Miller is excellent as the awkward titular professor, and has been praised by viewers for his "terrific" portrayal of the character. Keep reading to find out all we know about season four so far.
© ITVWhat to expect from Professor T season 4?
Ben Miller, known for his roles in Death in Paradise, Bridgerton and Austin, will reprise his starring role as Jasper Tempest, an eccentric criminology professor at Cambridge University who suffers from obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The drama is adapted from the 2015 Belgian TV series of the same name, which is set in Antwerp.
© ITVThe new episodes pick up after the shocking finale of season three and finds Dan and Jasper consumed by grief. The synopsis continues: "Dan throws himself into work while the Professor hides in his lectures, avoiding the police at all costs. But Helena, Jasper’s therapist, helps him face back up to his police work and the team tackles complex and dangerous cases. But through the danger and mystery, love is very much in the air."
Who stars in Professor T?
Reprising their roles alongside Ben Miller in season four are Barney White (King Gary, Holby City) as DS Dan Winters, Frances de la Tour (Rising Damp, The History Boys, Vanity Fair) as Adelaide Tempest, Juliet Stevenson (Wolf, King & Conqueror) as Dr Helena Goldberg and Sunetra Sarker (The Game, Ackley Bridge) as DI Maiya Goswami. [Spoiler alert!] One actor who won't be returning to the show is Emma Naomi, whose character DS Lisa Donckers was killed after being struck by a car.
© Charlie Clift/ITVWhat have viewers said about the show?
The series has been hailed as "excellent" and binge-worthy by viewers on social media. One person penned: "I watched my first episode a week ago and now have just binge watched all three seasons. Ben Miller is terrific as the professor and each program is excellent. I loved it and I can’t wait for the new episodes," while another added: "This is a marvelous show. I love everything about it. All the quirky characters (played brilliantly by the whole cast). The story lines are intriguing, and each season Professor T himself becomes more and more delightful to watch."
© Charlie Clift, ITVHow to watch Professor T season 4?
Seasons one to three of Professor T are available to stream now on ITVX in the UK. Meanwhile, viewers across the pond can watch on PBS.
