Last summer, we reported that the BBC had commissioned three scripts based on the Aurelio Zen mysteries by Michael Dibdin. Today, the BBC is reporting that production is to begin this spring on the series with Rufus Sewell starring as the fictional Italian detective.
Rufus Sewell said: "I'm thrilled to be a part of this project with the opportunity to play such an intriguing, complex and likeable character."
Andy Harries, Chief Executive of Left Bank Pictures, which will produce the series, said: "The Dibdin novels are much loved and they are great detective stories which are both very entertaining and full of insight into Italian life. Zen is handsome, humorous and romantic and Rufus Sewell is the perfect choice to play Didbin's delightful creation."
Michael Dibdin lived in Italy for many years and published 11 books in the Aurelio Zen series prior to his death in 2007. The titles being adapted for the BBC are the first three in the series, Ratking, Vendetta, and Cabal.
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