Cold Feet Returns: Original Cast Reunite as Filming Begins on Long-Awaited Ninth Series

Filming is officially under way on the much-anticipated ninth series of Cold Feet, marking the return of one of British television’s most beloved comedy dramas. After an emotional eighth series that left fans both heartbroken and hopeful, the new six-part run promises fresh conflict, rekindled relationships and deeply personal storylines as the iconic group of friends navigates the next chapter of their lives.

The new series will air on ITV next year following filming that is set to continue until December. Picking up after the dramatic events of the last series, viewers will once again be reunited with Adam, Karen, David, Jenny and Pete — played by James Nesbitt, Hermione Norris, Robert Bathurst, Fay Ripley and John Thomson respectively.

Series eight proved to be one of the show’s most emotional chapters to date, with Jenny facing a devastating breast cancer diagnosis that tested not only her own resilience but also the strength of her friendships and marriage. As the ninth series begins, Jenny’s gruelling cancer treatment is finally coming to an end — a moment of hope that also brings new emotional challenges as she and those closest to her attempt to process everything they have endured.

Elsewhere, David is back on his feet after his own recent struggles, but peace still eludes him. He remains locked in a bitter and unresolved feud with his former best friend, a conflict that threatens to fracture the wider friendship group. Caught awkwardly in the middle once again is Pete, whose role as peacemaker becomes increasingly complicated as loyalties are tested and long-simmering tensions threaten to boil over.

At the heart of the new series is the unexpected romance that blossomed at the end of the last run between Adam and Karen. Their fledgling relationship now faces its first major test as they attempt to settle into domestic life. With a blended family under one roof, chaos quickly follows, and what begins as tentative optimism soon takes a sharp turn when the arrival of an unexpected guest sends shockwaves through their household and forces both to confront uncomfortable truths about their future.

Once again, the series is being steered by its original creator and lead writer Mike Bullen, whose signature mix of sharp wit, warmth and emotional honesty has defined Cold Feet since its debut in 1997. His return ensures that series nine will remain firmly grounded in the show’s trademark exploration of friendship, love, ageing and the often unpredictable nature of modern relationships.

Alongside the core cast, a number of familiar faces will also be returning. Ceallach Spellman reprises his role as Matthew Williams, while Daisy Edgar-Jones returns as Olivia Marsden, joined by Sylvie Briggs as Ellie Marsden. Jack Harper and Madeleine Edmondson also return as Adam and Chloe Gifford.

Fans can also expect appearances from returning guest stars Michelle Holmes as Mary, Ivanno Jeremiah as Charlie and Lucy Robinson as Robyn, each bringing unresolved emotional threads back into the lives of the central characters.

Since its original run in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Cold Feet has earned a reputation as one of the UK’s most honest and relatable dramas, exploring everything from heartbreak and betrayal to parenthood, midlife reinvention and the enduring power of long-term friendship. Its revival in recent years has introduced the show to a new generation while retaining the loyalty of its long-standing fanbase.

With filming now firmly under way, excitement is building rapidly for what lies ahead. Series nine promises to deepen existing relationships, introduce new conflicts and continue the show’s tradition of balancing laugh-out-loud comedy with gut-punch emotional drama.

For viewers who have grown up alongside these characters, the return of Cold Feet is more than just another TV comeback — it is the continuation of a story that has faithfully mirrored the joys, disappointments and unexpected turns of real life for over two decades. And as the old gang prepares to face yet another crossroads, one thing is certain: fans will not have long to wait before they are welcomed home once again.