Silent Witness is coming to and end on BBC One with the final two-parter titled I Believe In Love starting tonight, February 3. In the final story, six people killed when gunfire erupts from a Syrian pizza restaurant.
Nikki Alexander (played by Emilia Fox) and Jack Hodgson (David Caves) must work quickly to find the shooter before they strike again. CCTV footage helps identify a suspect, only he is found to have apparently killed himself using the same unusual bullets fired in the attack.
Part one of the story airs tonight, February 3, with the season finale airing the following night, February 4, at 9pm. While investigating yet another mystery, Nikki is busy window shopping for wedding dresses.
Sadly, for both Nikki and Jack, the nature of their work means they are unable to prioritise arrangements for such a momentous event.
Here is all we know so far about season 29 of the long-running drama.
Will there be a season 29 of Silent Witness?
Yes, BBC One confirmed Silent Witness will return with season 29 and it was given the green light in January 2025.
The forensic series is the longest running crime drama currently airing on TV anywhere in the world.
Next year, 2026, will see the show celebrating its 30th anniversary – a huge milestone.
When will Silent Witness season 29 air?
Although an official release date has not been announced, the new season is expected to air in 2026.
The previous three seasons have all aired in early January, so it is hoped season 29 will follow the same pattern.
Each season usually comprises 10 episodes which are split across five two-episode stories, airing on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Who is in the cast of Silent Witness season 29?
It has been confirmed Emilia Fox and David Caves will be back as newlyweds Nikki Alexander and Jack Hodgson.
Newcomers Harriet (played by Maggie Steed) and Kit (Francesca Mills) joined the cast for the latest season, so it is hoped they will return.
Each story also includes an extensive guest cast list featuring some huge names.
Emilia opened up on why she thinks the show is still so popular, telling TV Guide: “To look at solving crime with a lead female pathologist in a man’s world was inspired and original.
“Finding clues through the body was a new way of looking at crime solving, and it gave it a real humanity.
“In finding out how someone died, you learn about their life. A show about death makes you think about the meaning of life.
“It’s got more depth to it than just solving who did it. It’s got so many different layers looking at humanity.”
Silent Witness airs on BBC One on Monday, February 3 from 9pm