Who will be killed?

[JHyde]

That's a really short filming period! Every other year, even for 6 or 8 episodes, Spooks usually takes somewhere between 5 and 7 months, and I thought they went through until July. That's less than 2 weeks filming per episode, and it's very rare for an entire season of a drama (both in the UK or the US) to be filmed that fast. Where did you read that Nitrus?

Jumping back on thread:

Spoiler: show

I'd be surprised if Malcolm left for whatever reason. The first I've already talked about: Malcolm's popularity with Kudos and with the writers/producers. The second is that Hugh Simon's been working long enough to know that a gig playing a regular and beloved character doesn't come around that often, especially for a "character" actor. I think he'll see out the series.

I think there's a strong dramatic argument in favour of having survivors like Malcolm and Harry last the series. It's often commented in whatever true tales filter down from the really tough sections of security services throughout the world that people constantly leaving is a reality. In many ways, seeing the trail of destruction and the countless lives destroyed gives Harry and, I would argue, Malcolm, his purpose. Malcolm doesn't like bullies and I think he'd want to stick around, especially after Connie's betrayal, Harry's kidnapping and (hopefully) Ruth's return.

Long post but hopefully a worthwhile one.

Nitrus, is there an appropriate place for discussion of writers and directors on the show?