The Tower to return for third series

ITV commissions third series of The Tower, starring Gemma Whelan, Tahirah Sharif, Jimmy Akingbola and Emmett J Scanlan.

The new series – The Tower 3: Gallowstree Lane is based on Kate London’s third novel, and is adapted by screenwriter Patrick Harbinson (Homeland, Fearless, 24) and produced by his company Windhover Films and leading production company, Mammoth Screen. It was commissioned by ITV’s Head of Drama Polly Hill.

Starring alongside Gemma Whelan as DS Sarah Collins, is Tahirah Sharif, who was BAFTA-nominated for her role as PC Lizzie Adama for the first series, Jimmy Akingbola as DC Steve Bradshaw and Emmett J Scanlan as DI Kieran Shaw.

Patrick Harbinson:

“We’re delighted to be filming a third series of The Tower.  Damien and I are very grateful to Polly Hill and ITV for the early commission. Gallowstree Lane has a high-stakes drugs and gangs storyline with Jimmy and Emmett’s characters taking major roles. Sarah and Lizzie have gripping and heart-breaking stories too, as the drama of Portland Tower comes full circle. I firmly believe series three will be our best yet.’

The second series – The Tower 2: Death Message – premieres on ITV later this month with the four part series streaming on ITVX. The first series is also available to view on ITVX.