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Harry Potter star joins Shetland cast as show makes major change

The latest series of Shetland sees a new character join the cast as stars Ashley Jensen and Alison O'Donnell tease the missing persons case that compels Ruth Calder to stay

The plot thickens as Tosh and her colleague Calder search for Annie and her son Noah, only to encounter a twist with the arrival of Euan Rossi, played by Ian Hart, known for his role in Harry Potter. Harry Potter's Ian Hart joins as Euan Rossi, a missing woman's university tutor (Image: BBC/Silverprint Films/Robert Pereira Hind)Despite potential on-screen conflicts, Alison reveals that off-screen, the camaraderie is strong: "That does mean that they can clash, but ultimately, they really complement each other. Co-star Ashley Jensen, who portrays forensic pathologist Dr. Rhona Kelly, adds her thoughts on the island's allure: "What makes it so special is that it is so extreme, it’s in the middle of the ocean and the elements are so powerful," but admitted, "But it would be the weather for me.

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