Aidan Turner says the final series of ‘Poldark’ feels "more exciting" than ever before.
The 36-year-old leading man – who has played the titular hero Ross Poldark in all five seasons of BBC One’s period drama – will take on the role for the last time when the show comes to an end with a double bill over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
He said: "This year it does feel slightly different, it does feel more exciting. There’s so much going on."
The finale – airing in two parts on Sunday 25 and Monday 26 August – concludes with Ross looking to foil a French invasion, receiving help from unexpected quarters.
The fifth and final series combines historical influence with inspiration taken from Winston Graham’s beloved novels.
Aidan heaped praise on writer Debbie Horsfield’s work on the show, and suggested her longevity and "continuity" is a big reason for its popularity.
He added: "Debbie’s done an incredible job this year. It’s kind of unheard of in the TV world, we’ve only ever had one writer.
"It’s incredible, and I think that shows in the continuity and consistency in the show – that’s something that’s really apparent, and we feel it as actors."
Meanwhile, his co-star Jack Farthing – who plays Sir George Warleggan – promised the finale will be "very satisfying" to viewers who have been tuning in since 2015.
He said: "I think it’s a very exciting series, and I think the journey all the characters go on and their resolution as such at the end is very satisfying and rewarding after five years."
The 33-year-old actor recently admitted he was glad fans were clamouring for more of ‘Poldark’, meaning the show hasn’t outstayed its welcome.
He insisted: "It’s good that ‘Poldark’ is ending when people are still interested in it – that’s obviously a privileged position to be in, because things can go on for too long.
"Isn’t it amazing when a show like ‘Fleabag’ says, ‘Right, we’re done?’ It’s so refreshing, it’s classy and it makes you appreciate the material that’s there.
"I’m glad that Poldark’s ending in a similar position, and it’s nice to end on a series that feels more Debbie’s than Winston’s in a way."
Aidan Turner praises ‘exciting’ Poldark finale
