The Madame Blanc Mysteries cast: Who stars in season 5?

The Madame Blanc Mysteries returns for season 5, bringing Sally Lindsay's sun-soaked antiques caper back to the fictional French village of Sainte Victoire for a brand new run of murders, mischief and marital planning.

Created and co-written by Lindsay, the comedy-drama's latest instalment follows antiques expert Jean White and her partner Dom Hayes as they plan their wedding, only for a string of unseen obstacles, and bodies, to get in the way.

Over seven episodes, including a Christmas special, a corpse turns up in one of the show's iconic locations, Uncle Patrick hosts an epic pub quiz at La Couronne, Judith and Jeremy face a heart-wrenching dilemma, and gangster John Marsden unleashes his full wrath, all while viewers wait to see whether Jean and Dom will finally make it down the aisle.

The familiar regulars are joined by a line-up of guest stars drawn from across British comedy and entertainment, including Bonnie Langford, Justin Moorhouse, Lesley Joseph, Jason Manford, and more.

Of the new arrivals, Lindsay said: "Victoire has attracted some absolute stellar stars who have all been absolutely fantastic. We are so thrilled with this series and love that the world of Madame Blanc gets bigger and better every year."

Below is a guide to the actors and characters appearing in the latest season.

• Sally Lindsay as Jean White
• Steve Edge as Dom Hayes
• Sue Vincent as Gloria Beaushaw
• Robin Askwith as Jeremy Lloyd James
• Sue Holderness as Judith Lloyd James
• Alex Gaumond as Chief of Police André Caron
• Tony Robinson as Uncle Patrick
• Paul Chuckle as Trevor (Elliott)
• Stephen Bailey as John Marsden

For more information about the characters and where you've seen the cast before, read on.

Sally Lindsay as Jean White

About the character: Jean White is the show's amateur sleuth and antiques expert, who has settled in Sainte Victoire and this season turns her attention to planning a wedding with partner Dom, even as fresh mysteries keep landing on her doorstep.

Where you've seen Sally Lindsay before: Lindsay created and co-writes the series. She is a familiar face on British television thanks to her long run as Shelley Unwin in Coronation Street, and has since appeared in Mount Pleasant, Scott & Bailey and the recent crime drama The Teacher.

Steve Edge as Dom Hayes

About the character: Dom Hayes is Jean's partner, and this season the pair are preparing to marry, navigating the obstacles that threaten to derail their big day.

Where you've seen Steve Edge before: Edge is known for Phoenix Nights, Benidorm and Starlings, as well as appearances in Scott & Bailey. He has become a mainstay of British comedy-drama.

Sue Vincent as Gloria Beaushaw

About the character: Gloria Beaushaw is one of the village's larger-than-life residents, daughter of Trevor and a regular source of the show's warmth and comedy.

Where you've seen Sue Vincent before: Vincent co-writes the series alongside Lindsay and stars as Gloria. Vincent has also appeared in Mount Pleasant, Waterloo Road, Coronation Street and Fresh Meat.

Sue Holderness as Judith Lloyd James and Robin Askwith as Jeremy Lloyd James

About the characters: Judith and Jeremy are a married couple and a fixture of Sainte Victoire society. They face an emotional dilemma this series.

Where you've seen Sue Holderness before: Holderness is best loved as Marlene Boyce in Only Fools and Horses and spin-off The Green Green Grass.

Where you've seen Robin Askwith before: Askwith is best known for the Confessions film series of the 1970s and has a long career across British film and television, including two roles in Coronation Street.

Alex Gaumond as Chief of Police André Caron

About the character: André Caron is Sainte Victoire's Chief of Police, who repeatedly crosses paths with Jean as she investigates.

Where you've seen Alex Gaumond before: Gaumond is a stage and screen actor with extensive West End credits, including Matilda the Musical and Les Misérables.

Tony Robinson as Uncle Patrick

About the character: Dom's Uncle Patrick returns and this season hosts what the show bills as the pub quiz of the century at La Couronne.

Where you've seen Tony Robinson before: Robinson is a national treasure, famous as Baldrick in Blackadder and as the long-time host of Time Team. He was knighted for his public and political services.

Paul Chuckle as Trevor

About the character: Trevor, played under the name Elliott, is Gloria's dad and a comic presence in the village.

Where you've seen Paul Chuckle before: Chuckle is one half of the hugely popular ChuckleBrothers, stars of the long-running children's series ChuckleVision.

Supporting and guest The Madame Blanc Mysteries cast

Stephen Bailey as John Marsden

About the character: John Marsden is a gangster back to cause trouble, and this season viewers witness the full, fabulous wrath of the character.

Where you've seen Stephen Bailey before: Bailey is a stand-up comedian and broadcaster who has appeared on numerous panel and entertainment shows.

Additional guest stars include:

• Justin Moorhouse (Phoenix Nights)
• Brian Capron (Coronation Street)
• Lesley Joseph (Birds of a Feather)
• Jason Manford (Waterloo Road)
• Michael Fenton Stevens (Slow Horses)
• Su Pollard (Hi-de-Hi!)
• Louisa Lytton (EastEnders)
• Frazer Hines (Doctor Who)
• Bonnie Langford (EastEnders)
• Zoe Lyons (Mock the Week)

The Madame Blanc Mysteries airs on 5 and My5.

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