TV JACK IRISH

STARRING: Guy Pearce, Aaron Pedersen

It’s been three years since the drama series was last on our screens. But the wait is finally over as Guy Pearce makes his return as the criminal lawyerturned-private detective Jack Irish, who has a penchant for getting caught up in things he shouldn’t, in the final explosive season.

The show comes full circle when Jack discovers there is more to his wife’s brutal and random murder at the hands of deranged former client Wayne Milovich (Fletcher Humphrys), which was explored in the first season. The revelation causes Jack to question everything he knows and who he can really trust. Joining Pearce are series regulars Marta Dusseldorp as journalist and sometimes love interest Linda Hillier, Roy Billing as horseracing identity Harry Strang and Aaron Pedersen as Harry’s trusted right-hand man Cam Delray.

As the finale draws near, Aussie award-winning actor Pearce admits it isn’t just fans who will have a hard time saying goodbye to the loveable hero at the end of the series.

“Jack has been one of the most enjoyable characters I’ve ever played,” the 53-year-old actor told the ABC. “From our first telemovie in 2012 to our last miniseries in 2018, every twist and turn has been thrilling and every line of dialogue utterly satisfying. I’m very much looking forward to Jack’s final hurrah but also feeling a deep sense of melancholy knowing it will be our last,” he added. (Premieres Sun., Jun. 13, 8.30pm on ABC)