It's the TV crossover we never knew we needed! All Creatures Great and Small star Nicholas Ralph is set to appear in the final season of Grantchester.
The Scottish actor, who stars as veterinarian James Herriot in the popular Channel 5 drama, will portray Reverend John Planer in the 11th season, which has just started airing in the US.
© Channel 5Nicholas appears in episode five of the new series, which follows crime-solving duo DI Geordie Keating (Robson Green) and vicar Alphy Kotteram (Rishi Nair) in the summer of 1963.
Alphy crosses paths with Reverend John during a visit to Bishop Grey's home, where a group of vicars has gathered for a weekend retreat, according to TV Insider.
Reacting to his appearance in the show, one viewer penned: "Two of my favourite worlds colliding with #ACGAS Nicholas Ralph appearing in the wonderful #Grantchester. It will be fun to see the crossover of my favourite shows."
© ITVWhile the 11th season has yet to secure a UK release date, new episodes will air on the US channel PBS until 2 August.
What to expect from season 11
Season 11 picks up in the summer of 1963, with Alphy learning more about his past and questioning what he believes in. Meanwhile, his relationship with Meg, the bishop's daughter, continues to unfold.
© PBS/MASTERPIECEElsewhere, Geordie is enjoying a time of relative peace, while Cathy is happy now that CeCe's Fashion Boutique is a success.
The synopsis continues: "But then, out of the blue, the Chief Superintendent comes to Geordie with a beguiling offer. It could be a chance for Geordie to finally be in charge, but it could also mean an end to his crime solving days. And his crime solving partnership with Alphy.
"During a quiet period at the halfway house, Leonard finds himself with time on his hands, and a chance to take stock of his own life and whether he's doing enough with it. When one of Daniel’s neighbours becomes ill, Leonard is drawn into helping care for the neighbour’s son Raymond – and discovers a paternal side to himself he never knew he had."
When will season 11 air in the UK?
It's yet to be confirmed when Grantchester season 11 will arrive in the UK. However, since both seasons nine and ten aired on ITV in January 2025 and 2026, it's possible the final season will follow suit and arrive in January 2027.
Grantchester is available to watch on ITVX in the UK and PBS in the US.
