U.K. Crime Drama ‘Dalziel and Pascoe’ to Be Rebooted for BritBox, ITV (EXCLUSIVE)

“Dalziel and Pascoe,” the iconic British crime drama that ran on the BBC from 1996 until 2007 and spanned eleven seasons, is getting a reboot.

BritBox has ordered a “contemporary reimagining” of the show, which is being produced by West Road Pictures, behind recent detective series “Ridley” and mystery thriller “Hollington Drive,” in association with All3Media. ITV is the U.K. partner.

Based on the novels of the same name by Reginald Hill, “Dalziel and Pascoe” was a classic odd couple detective drama, pitting the blunt, old-school and frequently insensitive sleuthing style of detective superintendent Andrew Dalziel against the more methodical and modern techniques of his partner detective inspector Peter Pascoe. As many on-screen police pairings so often do, the duo — played by Warren Clarke (Dalziel) and Colin Buchanen (Pascoe) in the original — clashed, got on each others nerves and were embarrassed by one another, yet the partnership of their polar-opposite traits proved to be hugely effective at cracking cases.

“Dalziel and Pascoe” was set primarily in the fictional town of Wetherton in the North English county of Yorkshire, and saw the two investigate numerous, often multi-victim murders in the area.

“’Dalziel and Pascoe’ has always been about friction, intellect, and the uneasy bond of opposites, forged in pursuit of truth,” said Jon Farrar, executive vice president of programming, BritBox. “Dalziel and Pascoe’s chemistry, wit, and moral clarity perfectly complement this richly layered mystery. It’s timeless crime storytelling that not only honours but sharpens its legacy.”

The new “Dalziel and Pascoe” has been co-created for television by Colette Kane (“Department Q,” “Vera”) and Daisy Martey (“Vikings: Valhalla”). Other writers on the series include new writing duo Chris Ryden and Jon Rowe, and Danusia Samal (“Gangs of London,” “Bodies”).

Farrar, Stephen Nye, and Lucie Wolfman serve as executive producers for BritBox. The series will stream on BritBox in the U.S. and Canada.

“It’s a genuine privilege to bring Reginald Hill’s much-loved Dalziel and Pascoe back to the screen for a new audience,” said Nana Hughes, ITV’s commissioner and head of scripted comedy. “At the heart of this series is the enduring, unexpected chemistry between two very different detectives, and we’re excited to explore that new dynamic.”

As U.K. partners for Dalziel and Pascoe, ITV’s director of Drama, Polly Hill and Hughes have worked with BritBox on the series. Hughes is overseeing the production on behalf of ITV, and the series will be produced by All3Media’s West Road Pictures. The drama will air on ITV and STV and be available for streaming on ITVX and STV Player.

“It is a real honour to be reimagining Reginald Hill’s iconic detective series for a contemporary audience,” said Jonathan Fisher, managing director of West Road Pictures: “We hope that viewers will fall in love with this unlikely yet brilliant pairing all over again. With a first-rate creative team assembled, we can’t wait to get started on this series, which represents our fifth commission at West Road Pictures.”

Added Lauren Jackson, VP of scripted content at All3Media International: “Anchored by two bold, complex leads, West Road Pictures’ contemporary drama is packed with intrigue, wit and gripping mystery narratives. A distinct and exciting addition to our renowned detective slate, we’re delighted to partner with ITV and BritBox to bring Dalziel and Pascoe to a global audience.”

The 6-part series will be directed by Isher Sahota (“Run Away,” “Missing You”), and produced by Juliet Charlesworth (“After The Flood,” “Happy Valley”). Executive producers for West Road Pictures are Fisher, Ellie Birnie, and Ingrid Goodwin. Kane will act as lead writer and executive producer.

“Dalziel and Pascoe” will begin filming in the spring of 2026 in the North of England. It is produced in association with All3Media International, who are the drama’s global partner.