Sorcha Cusack departs Father Brown as fans call her irreplaceable

Sorcha Cusack, who played Bridgette McCarthy in the BBC series Father Brown, has left the show after season nine. Her departure, along with two other cast members, was confirmed when a promotional image for season ten did not include them. John Burton, who plays Sergeant Goodfellow, explained that the changes were due to cast availability and career progression. He noted that while some characters are leaving, new and returning characters will join the show. Fans expressed their disappointment on social media, calling Cusack "irreplaceable" and stating that the show feels different without her. Father Brown has returned for its 12th season on January 10.