Shetland Season 10 Cast and Character Guide
The tenth season of Shetland returns with another gripping crime drama set in the tight-knit community of the Shetland Islands. The local police team investigates a chilling murder that unearths hidden secrets in the community.
Main Cast of Season 10
- Ashley Jensen as Ruth Calder
- Alison O’Donnell as Alison "Tosh" MacIntosh
- Steven Robertson
- Lewis Howden
- Anne Kidd as Cora McLean
- Angus Miller
Plot Overview
Lead detectives Calder and Tosh take on the investigation of an elderly woman's murder. Their inquiries reveal surprising and unsettling truths within the community.
Character Details and Actor Backgrounds
Ruth Calder (Ashley Jensen)
Calder joins the Shetland police team after years with the Metropolitan Police in London, stepping in following Detective Inspector Jimmy Perez's departure. Ashley Jensen is also known for her roles in Ugly Betty and After Life.
Alison "Tosh" MacIntosh (Alison O’Donnell)
Tosh is a respected member of the Shetland Police. In this season, she confronts personal challenges while working on the complex case. O’Donnell's career includes appearances in Holby City and Do No Harm.
Cora McLean (Anne Kidd)
Cora serves as the forensic pathologist for the Shetland police. Actress Anne Kidd has previously appeared in Doctors and Outlander.
"The chemistry between the lead characters in this new season is strong," shared Alison O’Donnell in an interview with BBC.
Author's note: The tenth season of Shetland deepens its character dynamics while unfolding a suspenseful mystery rooted in community secrets.