Ill give it a shot but I dont think it will be the same show I have grown to love. Craig McLachlan poses for a photo with partner Vanessa Scammell (R) and fellow actor Nadine Garner, I came away from that time, and I said to [the shows creator] George [Adams], The funny thing is, even though everyone acknowledges what has happened to Craig, they still expect the show to carry on. Craig is counter-suing. This is sad, disgusting and pathetic. Say it aint so. just as in America, an accusation is considered as proof of misconduct. All will have been harmed in one way or another. If the set were raucous all along, the producers are responsible for any misconceptions that were fostered in the atmosphere. PS: Craig in case you are reading these comments, I want you to know you will be missed sooooo much and if theres anyway to change their minds please do so. Dr. Blake Mysteries are a popular program on our national public channel were always a year behind, of course. Mr McLachlan is suing the ABC, Fairfax (now part of Nine)and an actress for defamation over reports in 2018 that he indecently assaulted, harassed and bullied his fellow cast members during the 2014 tour of The Rocky Horror Show. I will not watch anymore sorry the rest of the cast are good. Nico was involved in many events during Peri Lomax and Tom Cunninghams time together, including a ruse to hide her pregnancy. I am not sure I will watch the show now that the main star (I love his character) is no more. I will say a lot of imported TV is better then Netflix and other original series material. The Stupid Virus is spreading and there is no way to stop it. 2015 Murdoch Mysteries, Series 13 2019 Downton Abbey, Series 6 2016 Grantchester, Series 6 2021 Father Brown, Season 9 2022 Top Drama Shows. The series was left without a home until last year, when Channel Seven struck a deal to produce four telemovies. Thats what they did with two main charactors off Coronation Street &a guess what they were found NOT GUILTY These women should really think of the implications when they start to accuse somebody. I am a UK viewer, & I have just watched the 2nd episode of the Blake Mysteries.. Whilst there is nothing wrong with Nadine Garner, she is a good actress & played the part as well as she ever has, I have to say that the programme does not hold the same kind of appeal without Craig Mclachlan in the lead role of DR.BLAKE. Do not follow the spoiled American stupid women. His character is this show and its just not going to work. When Blake investigates the murder of an exotic young gypsy woman on the edge of Ballarat, troubling secrets bubble to the surface. It seems to be the way of the world these days. Will Blake and Jean finally find the happiness Among the citys most recognizable landmarks are the Colonists Club and Lydiard Street. An investigation by the shows production company, December Media, cleared the actor of any misconduct. The program needs Craig, just like it needs Nadine. I cannot believe he would be the person you charge him for something I do not believe. Manners Personified. If he was cleared of any wrongdoing, why axe him? Now Im not saying rapist and lowlife womanizers like tRump , Cosby, Kevin Spacy shouldnt be put in their place and held accountable, but some times woman need to take responsible for their own behavior. Please keep Craig McLachlan as Dr. Lucien Blake on the Dr. Blake Mysteries series. Obviously, you have been fortunate in never having been sexually abused. This has been done to both men and women so I dont think it is a jester that is intended to be sexual but more towards compassion. Powered by WordPress.com VIP. The chemistry they have as a pair is what makes the show highly doubt you can just cancel that and make it a hit. I agree with the above comments. SHARES. December Media (producers of the show) brought in a third party to investigate and they cleared Craig of any harassment or bullying on the set of Dr. Blake. Im fed up of programmes getting spoilt by people change especially the main character . The Doctor Blake Mysteries was a huge hit in Australia and around the world. Verified Purchase. In December 2020, Craig was found not guilty of ALL charges. However, in the shows fifth season, it is revealed that Dr. Blake and his wife had been divorced for some time before her death. you start off with an angry response right off the state to enphasisze your position, when you do not need to. The Doctor Blake Mysteries is set to return to the small screen without Craig McLachlan. Lol! Face it. No trial just guilty. Totally agree with Chris R no Lucien, no point in watching! As much as I love the supporting characters, how can it be Dr. Blake Mysteries with his fianc Jean as the main character? If Channel 7 sees how much we want to see the return of The Doctor Blake Mysteries with Craig McLachlan as Lucien Blake, we will see him return as the beautiful character he created and our show will continue for many years. He Had An Uncanny Way Of Setting The TRAP. The Doctor is Out of Town Mysteries? Unfortunately there will always be some that will believe the worst. Not all attempts at being humorous go right do they but surely these off color efforts can be forgiven. Personally I want watch the show without Craig and I think I can speak for many. Oh how sad, guess I wont be watching anymore as he made the show. 75. 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). He didnt place charges, but the charges would be as true as what he is accused of. A witchhunt in the extreme. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. I, too, am a fan in the USA. Or maybe some jealous liar will destroy Agatha Christie. But I stray, if he was a perve give him the boot and shut it down, but if he is not being convicted then bring him back. Heeventually launched legal action against ABC, Fairfax and former Rocky Horror Show co-star Christie Whelan Browne. The , me too movement has set women back. People have different boundaries and what might seem fine to one, might feel invasive to another, especially on a stage setting. This type of behavior hurts women who have been sexually assaulted. Mar 18, 2022. bad call! I watch Dr Blake in the UK and I love it!! Channel 7 are trying to keep the show going by retaining the actors if this isnt made without Craig theres a chance it wont ever be made, as actors will go and do other things. This must be some kind of joke. If we dont watch the telemovie the show WILL be cancelled due to low ratings! Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. As per Seven, at this The Blake Mysteries season 6 is not a possibility. He is one of the best actors on TV. As much as I love the character of Jean I dont think Ill enjoy watching it anymore. Morality and media does the combination exist? He Always Held Something Back When Casing The Bad Guys. I agree if he was exonerated why should he be fired!! They will marry as a result of much discussion and reconciliation. what is happening to this world!!! Joel was written out of the series because of personal issues back in NZ. Its shocking! The show just wont be the same without Craig. Oh well. The Brits and the few Aussie offerings I have seen, over the years, were like American stuff, but a different tack. Its bulldust!? The Dr. Blake Mysteries is popular not only in Australia, but worldwide, shown in over 130 countries. I certainly hope Craigs character is reconsidered. When they say no one wanted to listen, well the NEWS MEDIA LISTENS NOW, THEY WOULD HAVE LISTENED THEN. It is because the male target is a high profile older man? He IS Dr. Blake. ", The document also alleges that Mr McLachlan returned to the stage to perform the song Wild and Untamed Thing: "During that song, Mr McLachlan stood in the middle of the stage where two rows of the cast were attempting to cross each other in a choreographed move as if to obstruct their movement. 2023 Cinemaholic Inc. All rights reserved. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. I wont watch it without Mr. Mclachlan. 75. Now, even the first five seasons will be tainted by this scandal. The original, period murder mystery series stars Craig McLachlan as the maverick town doctor Lucien Blake, an impulsive risk-taker who's not afraid to upset the status quo. One of the best shows on at the moment. I a man so sorry to see your lead actor Craig who plays Dr Blake terminated from the series. Women and men have been mistreated by powerful people and I believe the situation exists and has for a long time. With Jean as the central character with a whole new wardrobe and lots of makeup will never replace the original shows originality and palatable reason for Dr. Blake to even get involved in solving the crimes. I never said anything for over forty years. Please bring him back. we all got over it. Equality is something woman have a right to as do men. He takes over his late fathers general medical practice and joins as a police surgeon in Ballarat. Totally agree and the series will not be the same without him. I agree. Get over yourselves & grow up. Jean is good but cant take the place of Craig!! Was Kyle Sandilands auditioning for a new job? I have just the watched 1st Episode of the Blake Mysterious and I am sorry to say I do not think I will be watching anymore. I cant see hiw the show without Dr Blake is going to succeed. If your going to kill the show just drop it. Sometimes they are justified, but most often people become money hungry Who said that actors had to live pristine lives? Seven hopes that by doing so, it will encourage them to commission more shows. I just cant understand why some women defend a person like Trump who defends inappropriate behavior . The Doctor Blake Mysteries: Craig McLachlan as Doctor Lucien Blake Photo courtesy of Ovation TV. His fans have joined Facebook and Twitter groups and have sent Craig thousands of emails and letters of support. Peoples lives ruined by allegations in the media that would never stand up in court. By pulling any one character out, the whole production collapses. Wouters did this to appease McLachlan so that he would stop asking her and leave.". As far as for these ladies with innuendoes, well, my mother taught me a woman should be abke to handle herself and maintain being a lady in an given situation. It is a great series, but no point without him in it. Just for once can we have a happy ending. After all, they did the investigating. Death in Paradise has been successful in replacing lead detectives. I think the x-senator needs to run again because i think hed be re-elected. BRING HIM BACK!! The Herald Sun is reportingthat housekeeper Jean Beazley, played by Nadine Garner, will play a more central role to compensate for the loss of McLachlan. He has always given me the creeps and now I know why. So the charges unproven have cost him his job as Dr. Blake? Of course, no one should have to deal with harassment or assault of any kind, and believe it or not, that includes men. That is absolutely wrong Craig all the way! "Samson's character was asking McLachlan's character about her husband's recent murder. Doesnt that tell you something. It sees Garner, Tobeck, McClory, Whiteley, and Rooney reprising their original roles. When I would watch Dr. Blake I would never want the episode to end. People really need to stop coddling these liberal/leftist groups. I dont think the show will survive without Craig..bad decision on someones part. It wont last. Outrageous to drop Craig on strength of allegations! The exploitation must be stopped. and he is still working . Ridiculous without McLachlan. So, all these yet unproven charges of Kyle Mclaughlin for his behavior during his part years ago in a stage production of the Rocky Horror Picture Show is still up in the air. Absolutely disgusting. Get over it and go with him or NO ONE And can Garner's Jean carry the show? The show wont be anything without Craig. However, it is very much an ensemble cast. This was not scripted or directed. Latest Episode Aired Sun 11/12/2017 Family Portrait Season 5: Significant special. Hes the heart of it, and there is no way it can carry on without him and be anywhere near as good. ones .the recent screwup of the DIY chain Homebase in the UK is a typical exampleso..No Craig No show for me! I love this show but will not watch without him. The Seven source said the series will remain intact despite McLachlan's absence, with other major characters set to return. Blake is searching for his daughter, who he last saw when she was a baby. In the States, statues that have stood for a hundred years are being taken down because some idiot (or small group of idiots) are offended by them. Im so saddened by this! Is The Doctor Blake Mysteries on Netflix? Rose Lenore had never spoken to her father since she was five years old. There is so little on television that has the magic combination of great characters, great acting and great writing. And while Lawson's return is a happy event for Blake, Chief Superintendent Munro continues to come down hard on both he and Lawson. The new, 90-minute telemovie will be set three years after the events of season five. And yes, while most accusations may have an element of truth, waiting years and then trying to destroy another human being is wrong. Brenda, thanks for putting into words how I have been feeling as well. Dr. Lucien Blake returns to his hometown of Ballarat, Australia, 33 years after leaving, to take over his fathers practice as a medical doctor and also become the police surgeon for the area. What happened to ones right to defend his or herself; of innocence until found otherwise? Is Dr Blake Mysteries coming back in 2021? Craig McLachlan has returned to Australia to take up the lead role of Dr Lucien Blake who in the story returns to Ballarat to take over his father's medical practice after his death. I am curious. Craig McLachlan sexually harassed three more actresses, bullied actor, court documents allege. And now it seems that women still will turn against other women because they like a character in a tv show. Blake is forced to return to Singapore to solve the crime after tragedy strikes one of Ballarats most prominent families, but he is unable to do so. We love Dr Blake! They must put aside their emotions in order to help the community heal from a tragedy. Hes also waiting for the right time to propose to Jean while hes investigating. It is pretty obvious [Edited under Mumbrellas comment moderation policy], They get married on the last episode of season 5. Since hes so willing to support the cast and crew of the show, at a cost to himself, doesnt that tell you this man is truly a good person and should not be being vilified as he has been. Craig is a fine actor. I disagree with the viewer who said she always noticed the Just found out that the lead character Dr Blake has been axed and why. The hope for the telemovie is that it will rate well enough to motivate Seven to commission more. In ABCs finale Nadine Garners housekeeper married Lucien Blake (Craig McLachlan) but in the months that followed its screening McLachlan has been at the centre of allegations he is currently fighting in court. If he was truly the bully hes been accused of being wouldnt he make this much more difficult for the producers? Who would want to watch that? How can this series possibly work now the main character the series is actually named after, succeed? This is just another witch hunt. Writer Paul Jenner has previously worked on the show, as has director Ian Barry and members of the crew. Im sick of crybaby women [Edited under Mumbrellas comment moderation policy]. Its what hes alleged to have done during a stage production of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. The defence document alleges: "During one ofher scenes with McLachlan, Samson and McLachlan were required to stand close together facing each other and engage in dialogue.". A really good programme is aired, one that is worth following, & then its completely changed, or even cancelled. I agree, this is sad and seems a lot overreacted! Nadine Garner. Among the allegations, McLachlan was described as calculated and manipulative with sinister, predatory behaviour. It was also announced that the sixth season would mean the end of the original title. that is what is wrong with TV and this country now, I am watching repeats at the moment but cant wait to watch the new series it wont be the same if he is not in it he has made the show wonderful with the rest of the cast he should remain in the cast. Political Correctness strikes again. I wont be watching. McLachlan's co-star Nadine Garnerdefended the show's "lewd" on-set behaviour. I just think this whole thing is so wrong ! Was going to purchase season 4 online, when I saw that Dr Blake will no longer be on the show. I found Longmire, who by the way is an American made series, but apparently it was too tame for the people hear in the USA. The Doctor Blake Mysteries. After all is said and done, without an audience, there can be no show. There must be over 50M guys out there shaking in their boots, thinking that women will put them in to the police etc. Ms Wouters played the role of Janet in the 2014 production of The Rocky Horror Show. AND BRING HIM BACK AS SOON AS YOU START PRODUCTION AGAIN!!!!!!!!! Most of it is just a witch hunt. I wholeheartedly agree that it has been a silly knee-jerk reaction to the allegations made against the lead, but I sometimes wonder if thats because I like the show so much. So please support them its the only way well get Craig back #BringBackCraig. The middle ground should be: take accusations seriously, quickly investigate, assumption of innocence, if found not guilty publicize equally that decision and return the accused to his place and livelihood. What a shame that a successful career can be destroyed so easily. The innocent until proven guilty rule of law has changed to guilty without proof. If you run this Simple really. I have loved and recommend the show. Outrageous to drop Craig on strength of allegations! Jean Beazley, who had previously worked for Blakes father, is currently his receptionist and housekeeper. In the season 4 episode All Things Must Pass, Dr. Blake marries his long-time partner Jean. We can want it to come back, but all involved have moved on. With a different person, Ill feel cheated. I WONT BE WATCHING. But, to just lop people off with no recourse seems completely wrong. (LogOut/ I live in the USA,.. started watching Dr Blake series in October 2019. Of course, Craig is loved in the role, Garner adds. If Dr Blake isnt in the show, it makes NO sense and probably should not go on, even if I like All one has to do is make an allegation and they are automatically believed. In the producers minds, it was the Dr Blake world that they were invested in, not the character itself. Isnt the name of the show Doctor Blakes Mysteries? 3 A Foreign Field. That speaks well of her. He is primarily recognized for his roles on soap operas such asNeighbours and Home and Away as well as the BBC One spy dramaBugs. This sexual harassment has gotten way out of hand. These accusations smack of retaliatory behavior. sorry you are even thinking of having Dr. Blake without Craig I wouldnt be interested in watching the show without him BAD MISTAKE. He is the brightest star in it. It was one of my favorite show which I had my DVR recording it non-stop. Looks like the case against McLachlan from Rocky Horror is also falling apart. If Benny Hill type jokes were okay for the adult actors to let off steam and stress while shooting Dr. Blake well why then is it not for the sexually charged Rocky Horror Show? Please hear the man out! I am so sick of needing such movements. The storylines of the four telemovies were expected to feature Doctor Lucien Blake disappearing under mysterious circumstances, with his newly married wife Jean Beazley taking up the lead role. I also cant fathom a replacement for Craig McLachlan working for the series, so I hope that isnt a viable option. I love Nadines Mrs Beasley and am glad shes trying to hold the show together. The show will not be the same and I doubt we will watch it. McLachlan's co-star Nadine Garner defended the show's "lewd" on-set behaviour. Now we are feeling the pain of both the victim and the perpetrator. Although I love all the other cast members, especially Nadine Garner, I wonder if the show will keep its high viewership without Dr. Blake. To make it worse, the so-called leaders are getting awards and accolades for these mostly retaliatory allegations. Actor Craig McLachlan has reportedly been dropped from his starring role in The Doctor Blake Mysteries, with reports that a new TV movie is about to go into production . Her look is very different: it's not so much about aprons and practical shoes. I am saddened.!!!!!! On Dr. The Seven Network today released the synopsis of December Media's telemovie spin-off of The Doctor Blake Mysteries and the first pic from the set.. Series regular Ian Barry is directing The Blake Mysteries: Ghost Stories, which follows Nadine Garner's Jean Blake after the disappearance of her husband Doctor Lucien Blake.. Scripted by another series alumni in Paul Jenner, the . Finally, your comment is nothing more that an angry rant that is stepped in hyper, hysterical emotionalism. This is the only way I will watch the Blake mysteries. Sadly we live in a world where bad things happen and its easy to make accusations ( many of them are of course genuine) but Iin our age its prove your innocence and not the guilt. I doubt the truth will come out. Anyone can accuse. about the doctor. I was always a fan of British Comedy and Drama. I know thete are some dreadful men out there that take advantage of women and situations But the women are just as bad and these types of accusations Ruin lives and Reputation forever. I agree completely. It makes me wonder about us. Putting up with it and then complaining about it is just crap. Sun, 10 September 2017 11:01PM. Were sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. "We're seeing a woman literally come from the kitchen into the working world. It should never have gone there before a report to the police. pentecostal assemblies of the world ordination; . Without Craig, there is no show of course. Then you tell us how good you are because other men tell you this I work with men all the time they all know Im a fantastic nurse Again, I take issue when people have to tell the rest of us how good they are. While I enjoy all the players no Blake no watch! The Whole story revolved around Doctor Blake. What would be the point. Loved, Loved, Loved that show and EVERY character on it. Read More. So its with a heavy heart that we talk about these matters, she said. This February, BritBox is serving up brilliant . Honestly, I know what I am talking about. What happen to being innocent until proven guilty! From a purely artistic standpoint, the show simply wont be plausible without him. Its just not the same. Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar 76 78. If Craig Mclachlan was found guilty then he should pay the price. Much as I like the character of Jean, its just too much of a stretch of the imagination. Its sad that people have a need to tear down other, more successful, people with innuendo and gossip. Also in the defence document, Tim Maddren, a former star of the children's musical group Hi-5, alleges Mr McLachlan bullied and threatened him after he refused to play along with an on-stage joke involving Mr McLachlan simulating masturbation and oral sex on Mr Maddren's finger. While an investigation by December Media found no evidence of misconduct on the Dr Blake Mysteries set, it wasnt known if the show would continue, posing a serious risk to Sevens programming schedule. Obviously that did not happen. Craig is magnificent as the lead, the other actors are quite good but the series is not viable without Dr. Blake. McLachlans co-star Nadine Garner defended the shows lewd on-set behaviour. Change). Craig is a Gold Logie, multi-Silver Logies and Helpmann Award winner for his work throughout his thirty year career. The show is an Australian icon. My favorite show. I am about to cancel my 2 streamers as they lost their imports of value ( The Sniffer, a Russian offering is simply stupid), while most that are left are just black soul sucking affairs. When it is not convenient for us then it must not be true?? I live in the UK and love this series. The return of Doctor Blake Mysteries will be without Craig McLachlan as the lead actor. Gail, you made some valid points. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. YES .. He quickly discovers that the kidnapping was part of a larger criminal conspiracy.