Charlotte Rampling to 'take a lead role' in second series of Broadchurch

Charlotte Rampling has been confirmed for the second series of Broadchurch[REUTERS]

The 68-year-old actress is set to "take on a lead role" in the second series of the hit ITV1 drama, and according to ITV director of drama Steve November, Rampling is "the first of some exciting additions to the ensemble for the new series".

The mother-of-three is well-known for her roles in Sixties films such as 'Georgy Girl', as well as her more recent appearances in costume drama 'The Duchess' and TV series 'Dexter'.

Broadchurch creator, Chris Chibnall has confessed it has "been agony" keeping the news secret.

The show's creator revealed that Charlotte's character is 'an integral part of the new story' [GETTY]

There's none more exceptional than Charlotte: to be writing for her is a dream come true

Chris Chibnall, creator of Broadchurch

"We have another big story to tell this year and that meant finding exceptional actors for new roles," he said.

"There's none more exceptional than Charlotte: to be writing for her is a dream come true. As you can imagine, Charlotte's character is an integral part of our new story - but that's where we're drawing a veil, for now."

As well as David Tennant and Olivia Colman, ITV have also confirmed that Arthur Darvill and Jodie Whittaker will be returning for the second series.

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Charlotte Rampling to 'take a lead role' in second series of Broadchurch