When PBS’Miss Scarletreturned for its fifth season in early 2025, it was quite different from its predecessors, and now the cozy detective series has discovered a season 6. The British-American co-production was developed for the small screen by Rachel New, and follows Eliza Scarlet (Kate Phillips) who takes up her late father’s detective agency in the 1880s. Determined to crack cases and defy the strict social norms of the Victorian Era, Eliza teams up with an old friend from Scotland Yard to put her keen eye to the biggest mysteries of the day.
Originally calledMiss Scarlet and the Duke, the show was forever changed when Stuart Martin’s William “Duke” Wellington departed the show after season 4. This necessitated a name change going into season 5, and the introduction of abrand-new cast member(played by Tom Durant-Pritchard) to team up with Eliza. Unfortunately, Durant-Pritchard’s Inspector Blake is hardly as genial as “The Duke”, and Eliza is faced with yet another social challenge to overcome in the form of the stodgy detective. All this sets the stage for a captivating fifth season, and opens the door for season 6 and beyond.
Miss Scarlet Season 6 Latest News
Season 6 Is Renewed Just Days After The Season 5 Finale
These new faces are set to join a slew of returning names, including Kate Phillips as the title character, and Tom Durant-Pritchard as DI Alexander Blake.
PBS has decided to forgo the suspense of waiting for the news, and the latest update confirms thatMiss Scarletseason 6 has been renewed (viaDeadline). Along with the news of the renewal, PBS has also provided a slew of information about what’s to come, including new cast members and even a logline.Sam Buchanan will play the role of Detective George Willows, while Grace Hogg-Robinson will play Isabel Summers. These new faces are set to join a slew of returning names, including Kate Phillips as the title character, and Tom Durant-Pritchard as DI Alexander Blake.
The logline provided by PBS previews and an exciting season with shifting character dynamics, especially between Eliza and Blake. Meanwhile, newcomers will shake things up at Scotland Yard, and Nash will continue to cause havoc for Eliza and her allies, despite being on the other side of the globe. Perhaps most interesting of all,the synopsis confirms that Ansu Kabia will return as Moses for the first time since season 3.
The synopsis reads:
As Eliza and Blake’s once-fraught relationship begins to evolve, they find that working together may be a tricky prospect. Meanwhile, newlyweds Ivy and Potts adjust to married life, a new detective settles in at Scotland Yard, and Nash causes chaos, even from across the globe. Joining this season’s adventures in his greatly anticipated return is Moses Valentine, who swoops in to help Eliza and her crew, just when they need him most.
Executive Producer Patty Lenahan Ishimoto had this to say about the upcoming season:
Season 6 brings exciting twists, new faces, and the return of beloved characters—including the much-anticipated comeback of Moses Valentine. We’re thrilled to continue Eliza Scarlet’s journey and deeply grateful to Masterpiece PBS and UKTV for their unwavering support in bringing the series to our dedicated fans
Miss Scarlet Season 6 Is Confirmed
Miss Scarlet Is Back On The Case In Season 6
Though season 5 ofMiss Scarletwas filled with major changes, it managed to keep its impressive audience. This prompted PBS to renew the show for a sixth season mere days after the season 5 finale. Along with the announcement of season 6, it was revealed that production is set to begin in February 2025, though an exact timeline is still unknown. However, since the show has been a yearly release since season 2,it stands to reason that PBS aims to haveMiss Scarletseason 6 on the air in the early weeks of 2026.
Miss Scarletseason 5 concluded on August 16, 2025.
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Miss Scarlet Season 6 Cast Details
Some Big Changes In The Cast Of Miss Scarlet
The cast ofMiss Scarletwent through one big change between seasons 4 and 5, and there are even more changes coming for season 6.The cast ofMiss Scarletseason 6 will include the show’s namesake, with Kate Phillips back to play the part once again. Eliza’s new police contact, Tom Durant-Pritchard’s Inspector Blake, is also set to return in season 6, and this will allow the series to build on their newfound chemistry. Other familiar faces are coming back as well, including Eliza’s nosy housekeeper Ivy (played by Cathy Belton), and the prickly coroner, Mr. Potts (Simon Ludders).
Tim Chipping will be back as the reliable Detective Phelps, and Paul Bazely is set to play Clarence once again. One big, but welcome surprise, is thatAnsu Kabia will be returning as Moses Valentine in season 6, his first appearance on the show since season 3. On top of all the returning faces,Miss Scarletwill welcome newcomer Sam Buchanan as Detective George Willows, a young face at Scotland Yard. Meanwhile, Grace Hogg-Robinson will play Isabel Summers, a spunky young woman who works at the Clerical Office with Ivy.
Even as season 6 adds new faces, a few recognizableensemble members won’t be returningthis time around. First, young detective Oliver Fitzroy (played by Evan McCabe) departed the series, and he was quickly joined by Felix Solis, who won’t be back in season 6 as PI Patrick Nash. No reason for the departures has been given, and it’s unclear if they could return in future seasons, like Kabia’s Moses Valentine.
Miss Scarlet Season 6 Story Details
What Cases Will Miss Scarlet Solve Next?
Whilethe light-hearted crime dramadoesn’t rely too heavily on ongoing storylines, there were certainly some major developments in season 5 that will impact season 6. Eliza’s new police contact, Inspector Blake, started off quite cool with her. However, they built a grudging respect for one another throughout season 5, which eventually blossomed into something more. With Eliza professing her feelings for him outright,season 6 will likely deal with the fallout of her precociousness. Meanwhile, PBS has delivered a synopsis for season 6 which offers some story clues.
Ivy and Potts attempt to adjust to married life, while some big changes happen at Scotland Yard. Though few details are known about the new detective yet, the arrival of George Willows could cause problems for Eliza. Finally, it’s been confirmed that Moses Valentine is set to return inMiss Scarletseason 6, but it’s unclear how Eliza’s old friend will factor into the story. Under all that, there will be a slew of exciting mysteries to explore in season 6 as well.
Miss Scarlet and The Duke
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Miss Scarlet and the Duke is a crime drama-thriller television series created by Rachel New. Eliza Scarlet takes up her father’s business after he passes away, much to the dismay of her peers. Choosing the path of a detective over poverty, Eliza battles against the prejudices levied against a single woman in Victorian-era England and partners with a talented detective who goes by the nickname “The Duke.”
