Michelle Keegan has been spotted filming alongside Douglas Booth for the first time for their thrilling new ITV drama The Blame.

Returning to work for the first time as giving birth to her baby daughter Palma, the actress, 38, suffered a drenching in the pouring rain as she filmed the tense scenes outside an off-license in Hertford. 

Battling the elements to film the tense drama, Michelle was dressed in a brown blouse and a matching skirt as she and Douglas filmed the late-night scenes.

The pair were seen in the middle of a tense exchange, before a visibly upset Michelle returned to her car.

Michelle will play DI Emma Crane in the six-part series, which is written and produced by Megan Gallagher.

The new series is based on the debut novel of the same name by Charlotte Langley. 

The Blame centres around the discovery of the body of a teenage figure skater, sending shockwaves through the town of Wakestead. 

The official synopsis of the show reads: ‘The drama dives into secrets, suspicion and systemic corruption – all under the surface of this seemingly quiet town.

‘The series begins when the body of teenage figure skater Sophie Madsen is discovered,sending shockwaves through the town of Wakestead.’

Michelle Keegan braves the elements to film scenes for new ITV crime drama ‘The Blame’

Michelle Keegan was seen battling the elements on set today as she filmed scenes for her new six-part drama, The Blame. The actress, looking determined, filmed in a windswept location for the series, which was announced last month.

Keegan will play DI Emma Crane in the series, written and produced by Megan Gallagher – the creative force behind All Her Fault and Wolf. The Blame is based on the debut novel of the same name by Charlotte Langley and centres around the discovery of the body of a teenage figure skater, sending shockwaves through the town of Wakestead.

ITV’s Director of drama, Polly Hill, commissioned the series, praising Gallagher as a “splendid and clever writer.” she added: “The Blame is a brilliant new crime thriller full of surprising twists and a compelling inquiry that also cleverly tackles police corruption, exploitation and misogyny as the thriller unravels. With Michelle Keegan in the lead and Nicola Shindler at the helm, this is going to be an unmissable drama and one I’m very proud to have on ITV.”

Producer mary added: “The Blame is such an vital and urgent story to tell; I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to bring Charlotte Langley’s world and characters to life on screen. It’s my second collaboration with quay Street Productions, and it’s great to be working with…”.

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Michelle Keegan to star in new ITV thriller ‘The Blame’

Michelle Keegan is set to lead the cast of a new four-part ITV thriller titled ‘The Blame’. The series, penned by Kelly Jordan, promises a gripping narrative filled with unexpected turns and a complex investigation.

While Robin Hood star Joe Armstrong, who previously starred opposite Michelle in Fool Me Once, has landed the role of a ice-skating coach called Kyle Fraiser

Keegan will play the role of Sarah, a detective investigating a seemingly open-and-shut case. However, as she delves deeper, she uncovers a web of secrets and corruption that challenges everything she thought she knew.

Joining Keegan is a strong supporting cast including Joe Armstrong, Ian Hart (known for ‘The Last Kingdom’), Matilda Freeman (‘Passenger’), Gavin Spokes (‘House of the Dragon’), and Ceallach Spellman (‘White Lines’).

They will be joined by the likes of The Last Kingdom’s Ian Hart Passenger’s Matilda Freeman,House of the Dragon’s Gavin spokes and White Lines star Ceallach Spellman

Polly Hill,ITV’s Head of Drama,described ‘The Blame’ as a “brilliant new crime thriller” that is “full of surprising twists and a compelling investigation.” She also highlighted the series’ exploration of critically importent themes,stating it “cleverly tackles police corruption,exploitation and misogyny.”

Polly said: ‘The Blame is a brilliant new crime thriller full of surprising twists and a compelling investigation that also cleverly tackles police corruption, exploitation and misogyny’

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