The actor who played Charlie Cousins, Craig McLachlan, was accused of sexual misconduct by several women. Will there be more Blake Mysteries ghost stories? Trial by Media is never right. How can you possibly have The Dr Blake Mysteries without Dr Blake? The hope was that, if they proved popular, there would be four a year for three years. I am so disappointed- one of my favourite series! By what one reads in online blogs, his fans are upset that he is off of the Dr. Blake Mysteries, so this whole issue apparently hasnt done the damage that the producers appear to believe it has. Not all stories are true and unless you have 100% evidence names should not be mentioned, you are innocent until proven guilty, look at what happened to Sir Cliff Richard. Seems to me that there are those SO worried about political correctness and force their will on others that we have become politically INcorrect! Will be scratching this one off the list, now. A sorry Fan from England. Have you read through or witnessed for yourselves the entire show of Rocky Horror, the subject it covers? actor touches women. If he is not in it how will it be Dr Blake. He IS the series and as much as the other actors are enjoyed, it is his character who holds the program together. It was great while it lasted. Now that Craig McLachlan has been cleared, I hope he returns to the tv show. Wont bother watching it without Dr Blake in it if it comes to NZ. Stop the witch hunt. Because of the fans and Craig McLachlan's tireless efforts, the show found a new home at Channel 7. Replace the actor not the entire story. 9/17/17. How sad..these [Edited under Mumbrellas comment moderation policy] ..theyre not children. This is a wonderful show that people truly enjoy, of course someone will find a way to destroy it. But as they are under contract and probably need the income, I doubt that will happen. It feels like McCarthyism gone mad. home and away and neighdours need Aboriginals in there shows too ,not asians, they should on blakes show have one too. Well I hope Craig is reading all the lovely comments as it should let him know how much he is loved & missed as Lucien Blake. what is happening to this world!!! Bring back Craig. It will not be the same without him Finally, your comment is nothing more that an angry rant that is stepped in hyper, hysterical emotionalism. Who do we need to communicate with to get Craig M. back on Dr. What on earth did Ms W-B expect on the sets of the projects indicated in this kerfuffle? "Hayes was wearing underwear and covered by a sheet. McLachlans co-star Nadine Garner defended the shows lewd on-set behaviour. What annoys me enormously is that these men are slandered in the press before anything proven against them His year of birth can only be speculated, as he was ten years old when his mother died in 1919. Thats ridiculous guess I will not watch that show too bad I really enjoyed the show. In an email to the ABC at the time, he strenuously denied all the allegations, saying: "Frankly, they seem to be simple inventions, perhaps made for financial reasons, perhaps to gain notoriety. I will not watch anymore sorry the rest of the cast are good. I do agree with you that not enough emphasis is placed on women who commit sexual harassment and/or assault. I cannot believe as he was found innocent why he should be penalised. And I also agree that the MeToo Movement has taken a very sinister turn and women now are becoming the guilty parties! Lovely to hear that Craig is supportive of the decision, and doesnt that speak volumes about his character. No one will be able to take his place. Jean Beazley (Nadine Garner) is the widow of Dr. Blakes (William Blake) receptionist and housekeeper. BBC really blew it this time!!!!!!! I love this program. Send him to sensitivity training and then reinstate him. Oh how sad, guess I wont be watching anymore as he made the show. About as high-profile as you can get in the US entertainment industry. This was not scripted or directed. I live in the USA,.. started watching Dr Blake series in October 2019. Dr. Manhattan was introduced to Laurie and his son Blake at their home in Washington, DC, by Laurie. Its a terrible loss to a show thats been so loved and thats been such an important part of my life and Craigs life and all the people who have worked on it. And NObody else can play that part like he does- hes perfect for it and the character! Both Craig and the cast have a synergy that makes the show so wonderful and I just cant envision anyone else in that role. GG you have missed the NEW shows NEW title, THE BLAKE MYSTERIES. He made the show what it is and without him it is not worth watching. I hope somehow he comes back because he makes the Dr. Blake Mysteries one of the best on TV. Adams says of the reboot: "We've taken a male-dominated police procedural and turned it into a female-dominated murder mystery series, a Miss Marple or Murder, She Wrote kind of thing." Tamzen Hayes played the role of Virginia McKay in season 2 of Dr Blake in 2014 and was on set for three days of filming. I find all of this very disturbing and the tables can quickly turn the other way. I personally will NOT be watching The (No) Blake Mysteries when they return! When I started watching the show I could hardly wait until the next weeks episode. Men better watch out for these liberal pss wearing hat women. He goes.the show goes. Is it possible to get an honest reason for droppingCraig. If the investigation found no evidence against him, then why cant Craig M keep playing his role??? I wont be tuning in to watch mrs beasley. I wont be watching without him in the male lead. Please I just want to see Jean and Lucien happy. I was just a lowly stenographer, bur I never experienced or saw any harassment or bullying. Actress Anna Samson played the role of Wendy Smith in season 3 of Dr Blake in 2014. A really good programme is aired, one that is worth following, & then its completely changed, or even cancelled. I went on line to find out what happened to the police superintendent. When Robert Blakes daughter Rose Lenore was 11 months old, her mother, Bonny Lee Bakley, was murdered. I am not happy I will not be watching the show from now on sham on seven. Or maybe some jealous liar will destroy Agatha Christie. So, no evidence to back up these claims, then bring back Craig. Get over it and go with him or NO ONE This actor was proven innocent after an investigation into the allegations so why is he still booted from the show? Let Art imitate Life, and weave into the storyline a long break, over which Dr Lucien Blake had no control. So if she considered it joking as is in stated in the article, what changed? Lucien and Jean, Harry and Ruth. Its shocking! Say something when it happens. Im so saddened by this! Jaw dropping slasher Wired Shut from director Alexander Sharp, in his feature film debut, will have you open-mouthed with fear when it arrives on DVD and digital 30th August 2021 from 101 Films. It's an outing that will test the waters and gauge the significant variables: will fans follow Blake to a commercial network and suffer the ads? Everyone assumed guilty and they lose guilty or not! Craig was cleared of inappropriate behavior on the set of Dr. Blake, so why cut him out of the show. But, to just lop people off with no recourse seems completely wrong. This assault on men has gotten totally out of hand. This program, without Dr. Blake, just will NOT be worth watching. What if he is being grossly mis-characterized? At the time, McLachlan was named in the lead role. I feel like a little kid. Fans would like to think Craigs return is planned. I love Mrs. Beezly, but without Dr. Blake solving crimes, whats the purpose! He is laterposted in a London hospital, where he joins the British Army as a medical officer. When the Doctor, Sarah and Harry arrive to resuscitate the sleepers, they discover something else on board. This show is missed so very much!! "Norfolk went to Mr McLachlan's dressing room at the interval as requested and found McLachlan sitting on his chair naked. Woolley Marketing: Artificial intelligence or more human intelligence? The heart of the series had been torn out and it was pointless the cast seemed half hearted, the plot was vague, there was nothing to hold the attention it was ghastly in the extreme. I agree.I just started watching it last year 2018..and just like be it. If hes out, I will not bother to watch it even tough I like all the others. Cases like these harm women. The Dr Blake Mysteries came along in 2013 at a low point in her career, when she was tempted to give it all away. Most of it is just a witch hunt. humor. I wont be watching. And McLachlan, if guilty, can go straight to hell. My impression is McLachlan countercharged them with a defamation suit. Nadine Garner is a fine actress, and it would appear to me that she needs a fine costar for the show to continue to be popular. I can understand why a person who had [Edited under Mumbrellas comment moderation policy] . I hope that Craig gets his life back. Share on Facebook . This isnt said to suggest that the latter is OK. He is portrayed by Australian actor Craig Mclachlan and has appeared in every episode. If there isnt evidence then it is outrageous that he has been let go. How can there be any believability when Dr Blake is all about his being a police doctor and pathologist, who also is a competent at forensics, is no longer portrayed? I in no way condone sexual harassment on either side because lets face it women can be just as guilty as men of this type of behavior. - Famed author Reed Rodney (Blake Stadel - Riverdale, The Twilight Zone) seems to have it all - international acclaim for his . I saw the Rocky Horror show in which mr m was the star. I also agree!! Bring back this stellar series that Australia should be very proud of. Signup for our newsletter to get notified about our next ride. The show will never ever be the same!!!!!!! Its terrible and they ruin the reputation of many men on false accusations. Hayes felt uncomfortable and a number of further takes were required to complete the scene as a result of McLachlan's conduct. What about the reporter who seems to be the only one making money off this tragedy?. $1.99. Just found out why Craig mclachlan is not in the new series of the Blake mystery show terrible the show us lucien and Jean without him it doesnt gel how can they sack a man exonerated and punish his life and career because some silly little girl or woman made a claim you have ruined a show and a life. Please bring back Craig McLachlan! Craig IS DR BLAKE! Taggart went on for years after Taggart died. Doctor Blake was gorgeous as were a lot of the other actors . 8. December 10, 2021. Has not been found guilty of any offence. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories (DVD, 2018) at the best online prices at eBay! Wednesday 6th May 2009. Every part of our lives are being ruined [Edited under Mumbrellas comment moderation policy]. only taps women gently. I will not watch the show without Craig McLachlan. The Doctor Blake Mysteries is set to return without lead star Craig McLachlan. On Craigs official website many of the posts are asking when will the show come back. Entertainment; TV & Radio; The ABC confirms that the movie-length finale of The Doctor Blake Mysteries begins filming in August. I feel grateful for being raised the question authority. I will miss craig m. If he is not dr.blake. Ridiculous without McLachlan. They must put aside their emotions in order to help the community heal from a tragedy. Sadly I lost my best friend in 2015. Get up to date reverend, aint no such a place as hell any more. Craig should sue the owners of both companies and shut them down. He is central to the show -forgive him if he did anything wrong (although I dont see proof just accusations) and move forward with the show and McLachlan! Mr Maddren alleges he was asked to attend Mr McLachlan's dressing room and the star told him: "If anyone had acted like you had on Doctor Blake, they would have been gone. Bring him back. We see her tenacious spirit and her canny ability with problem-solving, which she's been doing in the background with Lucien for years.". The show IS him! I dont understand, if he was found innocent of charges, why is he being let go? ones .the recent screwup of the DIY chain Homebase in the UK is a typical exampleso..No Craig No show for me! [] Now they have kind of left it open as they dont know for sure that hes dead so do you think they have left it open for him to return? Why bother to produce more when the main character that made the show what it is isnt there. I am sadden to see everyone thinks hes guilty before his day in court. After all, they did the investigating. 3 Will Craig McLachlan return to Blake Mysteries 2021? I read where he had been cleared. We would all love to have a fun and exciting work place. As a resident of the United States and Australian born, I loved this showthe cast was wonderfulthe stories were just greatto think I wont be seeing it in the near future truly saddens me. The 5th series of Dr Blake started showing in the UK today and I will for one will being watching it. Nadine Garner has been instrumental in getting The Blake Mysteries back on-air this year. As usual, another actor loses credibility because of an unproven claim. Then it he is .live in Canada and absolutely love this show. Women who have been abused need help. If the set were raucous all along, the producers are responsible for any misconceptions that were fostered in the atmosphere. I love the show and all of the cast, but I wont be watching IF McLachlan isnt included!!! bUT WITHOUT CRAIG IT NO LONGER HOLDS ANY INTEREST FOR ME. A little fame? Nadine Garner spills on her return to The Blake Mysteries . And now it seems that women still will turn against other women because they like a character in a tv show. A source at the Seven Network the new home ofDoctor Blakeafter it was axed by the ABC confirmed the series will return without its title character. Thats crazy. He was exonerated, please do not be unfair. The Doctor Blake Mysteries is an original 10-part murder mystery series starring one of Australia s favourite and most versatile actors, Craig McLachlan, as the maverick country town doctor Lucien . I love the series..just wish theyd tone down the music to make it easier to hear the dialogue..wont work without dr Blake no matter how great the rest of them are. Thank You. It wont last. I cant imagine Dr. Blake without Dr. Blake. 2023 Collaborative Practice Toronto. I recently discovered the series. He IS the show! A joint investigation between Fairfax Media and the ABC focused on McLachlan's alleged behaviour during the 2014 production of theRocky Horror Show. Sick of this #metoo garbage. Mammoth budgets, A-list actors and nail-biting plot twists are now prerequisites for a binge-worthy television series. I continue to watch father Brown. I am deeply sorry he will no longer be in the series, for he was cleared of any wrong doing towards his female counterpart Kill the goose who lays the golden egg and expect to go on for seasons/mini movies to line pockets with more eggs (money)metaphor for the stupidity of such a move ON ALLEGATIONS!!!! At least try. After a two-year murder spree, Peter Manuel was hanged in Glasgow. What a shame. There can be no Blake It ended with a telemovie in which the title character, GP, police surgeon and self-styled sleuth, Dr Lucien Blake (Craig McLachlan), married his steadfast housekeeper, the widow Jean Beazley (Nadine Garner). 1960 Ballarat, Australia. Pretty damned gutless. It may be different in the entertainment industry, but I still feel women should be able to take care of themselves. What I could not stop was harassment from other women, The petition to bring back The Doctor Blake Mysteries is getting close to 10,000 signatures. Kyle was cleared of any wrong doing then, well for goodness sakes joking around was not allowed during the sexual content filled play of Rocky Horror Show? Youve got to be kidding?? The [owers that be can no be so as to take such a great show of the air because of some -. This study is based on analysis of viewing data of British broadcasters from BARB, an industry body that measures who, where and how people are watching TV. Growup and learn how to say Im not interested better yet just walk away. He is also alleged to have twice groped Ms Norfolk's buttocks while backstage. The allegations against McLachlan came to light after ajoint investigation by Fairfax Media and the ABC. 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