Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts

Based on the novels by Colin Dexter the hit ITV series, Inspector Morse starred John Thaw as the erudite Inspector, famed for his love of opera, crosswords and a fine real ale. Alongside his trusted Sergeant, DS Lewis, played by Kevin Whately, the pair captivated audiences for 13 years and a total of 33 episodes with the programme’s trademark gripping mysteries, intelligent plots and memorable characters. The series became a classic of British television, earning numerous accolades and a devoted fanbase.

John Thaw was nominated four consecutive years for Best Actor at the BAFTA Awards, for playing Morse and won in 1990 and 1993.  In 1988 he was nominated for the BAFTA for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the film Cry Freedom, directed by Richard Attenborough. In 2001 John Thaw was awarded the BAFTA Fellowship and sadly died a year later aged 60.  He had been married to actress Sheila Hancock since 1973.

Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts marks the first-ever major stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV’s long-running Inspector Morse, hailed by Radio Times as ‘The greatest British crime series of all time’, has inspired equally beloved spin-offs, Lewis and Endeavour. Colin Dexter’s characters continue to enthral audiences, with House of Ghosts marking the latest chapter in the iconic detective’s career.