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Claire O'Boyle

Marcella series 3 will be set in Belfast

Hit ITV crime drama Marcella is coming back for a third series - and this one will be set in our very own Belfast.

The return of the hit show, which stars Anna Friel in the title role, will see Derry -born actress Amanda Burton and Hugo Speer join the cast.

Following on from the dramatic conclusion of the previous series, the new eight-parter sees Marcella in Belfast as an undercover detective.

She has taken on a new identity, Keira, and has infiltrated the infamous Maguire crime family but as she investigates their activities, questions come to the fore about how much she’s embraced the Keira personality and left Marcella behind.

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In true Marcella style, the series combines storylines with strands focusing on the Maguires' criminal operation.

As she embraces her role as Keira, Marcella's quest puts her in danger and others in harm's way..

Her undercover role drives her to take risks - but will her old life catch up with her in Belfast?

Anna, who is also executive producer in the series, from UK independent content production company Buccaneer Media, said: "I'm absolutely delighted to be taking on the role of Marcella again and am very grateful to ITV and Netflix for giving me the chance to delve into her unsettled world once more.

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"Everyone has been so supportive of the show and I am loving being so widely welcomed by the great city of Belfast. I can't wait for the viewers to see what this series has in store."

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