The BBC has confirmed the release date for The Hairdresser Mysteries, a new detective drama starring Sally Phillips that is sure to appeal to Beyond Paradise fans
Beyond Paradise enthusiasts searching for their next television obsession should look no further.
The Hairdresser Mysteries, penned by Jim Cartwright, has announced its eagerly-awaited launch date alongside an exclusive preview of the star-packed series.
The upcoming production features Bridget Jones’s Diary icon Sally Phillips, Coronation Street favourite Charlotte Jordan, You actor Ben Castle-Gibb, Ackley Bridge’s Sunetra Sarker, Holby City’s Guy Henry and Corrie’s Wendi Peters.
A synopsis for the forthcoming six-episode series reveals: “The Hairdresser Mysteries is an original, homegrown drama and a nostalgic nod to the 70’s which sees a high-end hairdresser, Lily Petal (Sally Phillips), opt out of the competitive city scene to buy a small village hairdressers at the top of a cobbled street.
“Everyone tells their hairdresser everything and soon she becomes the hub of her new village’s secrets and revelations.”, reports the Mirror.
“Using her own brand of uncannily developed hairdressing intuitive, empathy and understanding, Lily begins to solve the mysteries of the village.”
When does The Hairdresser Mysteries begin?
The six-episode series becomes available on BBC iPlayer in its entirety at 6am on Friday 17 July, broadcasting on BBC One from that afternoon at 2pm.
Sally Phillips portrays charming hairdresser Lily Petal while Charlotte Jordan takes on the role of Lily’s sharp and perceptive salon assistant Clary Coombs, with the duo joining forces to crack mysteries.
Meanwhile, Ben Castle-Gibb portrays young constable PC Adam Watson, who develops a fondness for Clary, Sunetra Sarker takes on the role of the village’s resident busybody Wincey Evans, Clive Rowe appears as charity shop manager Lonnie, while Guy Henry embodies quirky antiques dealer Race Runard.
The series will feature numerous guest appearances, including Wendi Peters as newcomer Gloria Crudd. Gloria is determined to establish her fledgling ice cream venture, but will her history come back to haunt her?
When the programme was first revealed, Will Trotter and Oliver Kent, Executive Producers for Mill Bay Media, commented: “We are thrilled to be making The Hairdresser Mysteries and working with renowned writer, Jim Cartwright, who has created a joyful world packed with colourful characters.
“None more so than hairdresser, Lily Petal, and we are delighted to have much-loved actor, Sally Phillips bring her to life.”
The Hairdresser Mysteries is available to watch on Friday 17 July on BBC One.
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