The Fixer due to return to ITV1

Good news from ITV Drama, as they announce a second series commission for The Fixer, Kudos’ drama about a state-sponsored hit man.

It’s particularly good news as the channel is in desperate need for more returning drama series. Unfortunately, while The Fixer’s ratings were better than many recent ITV dramas in the 9pm slot, it was still beaten by a repeat of Old Tricks on BBC1, which had to sting. It’s a sign of confidence from incoming director of programmes Peter Fincham that he is willing to recommission something that clearly showed promise, rather than ditching a series which maybe didn’t realise its full potential on its first outing.

Now, if we can just get him to reverse the decision not to renew Foyle’s War…