Who is The New Vicar in Grantchester? What Happened in Grantchester Season 8?
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Updated Jun 24, 2024
Who is The New Vicar in Grantchester?
The new vicar in Grantchester is Alphy Kottaram, played by Rishi Nair. He takes over from Tom Brittney’s character, Will Davenport, who leaves to help the needy in Newcastle. Tom Brittney had a heartfelt farewell on the show, sharing emotional scenes with his co-star Robson Green. Despite the challenges of his final scenes, Brittney felt ready for new career opportunities.
Rishi Nair’s introduction marks a new chapter for the show, similar to when Brittney himself joined, taking over from original star James Norton. Brittney welcomed Nair warmly, offering advice and reassuring him that he is now part of the Grantchester family.
What Happened in Grantchester Season 8?
In Grantchester Season 8, Vicar Will Davenport faces a personal crisis after a tragic motorcycle accident. He turns to pills for self-medication, ending up in a police station, bloodied and beaten. Disappointed, Geordie helps Will as they get involved in a murder case of a local farming couple. Will is abducted but eventually solves the mystery.
Returning home, Will seeks forgiveness from his wife Bonnie, who is in labor. DCI Elliot Scott escalates his vendetta against Leonard, leading to Leonard's arrest. Elliot's excessive force is reported by Larry, resulting in Elliot's transfer and Geordie staying on the force. The season concludes with the baptism of Will and Bonnie's son, James, and Leonard keeping his halfway house open, ending on a hopeful note.
Grantchester Season 9 Cast
Actor |
Character |
| Tom Brittney | Reverend Will Davenport |
| Robson Green | Detective Inspector Geordie Keating |
| Charlotte Ritchie | Bonnie Davenport |
| Rishi Nair | Reverend Alphy Kotteram |
| Kacey Ainsworth | Cathy Keating |
| Skye Degruttola | Esme Keating |
| Al Weaver | Leonard Finch |
| Oliver Dimsdale | Daniel Marlowe |
| Tessa Peake-Jones | Mrs. Chapman |
Grantchester Season 9
Grantchester Season 9 continues the British ITV detective drama set in the 1950s village of Grantchester. Tom Brittney returns as Reverend Will Davenport for his final season. Brittney's character faces an emotional departure, leaving the village to help the needy in Newcastle.
Rishi Nair joins the cast as the new vicar, Alphy Kotteram. Robson Green continues his role as Detective Inspector Geordie Keating. The show, based on James Runcie's "The Grantchester Mysteries," remains popular for its blend of crime-solving and personal drama.
