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CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Richard Rankin (no relation to the author) gets much closer to the character on the page. Trouble is, he becomes so deeply nasty that the show is all but unwatchable.

This is how to watch Rebus on BBC Scotland and BBC One starring Outlanders Richard Rankin - see the full cast list and watch the trailer.

Richard Rankin is offering a fresh take on Ian Rankin's much-loved Edinburgh-based detective Rebus in the new TV adaptation.

Richard Rankin makes a compelling debut as the unorthodox Edinburgh cop. TV review by Adam Sweeting

The all-new Rebus is physical and forceful with a fag in hand and a willingness to crack skulls – but in a world full of shows about troubled, maverick cops, will he possibly be able to stand out?

Lead star Richard Rankin takes up the mantel from Ken Stott, who played the detective for ITV two decades ago

This is how to watch Rebus on BBC Scotland and BBC One starring Outlanders Richard Rankin - see the full cast list and watch the trailer.

This is how to watch Rebus on BBC Scotland and BBC One starring Outlanders Richard Rankin - see the full cast list and watch the trailer.

Screenwriter Gregory Burke has revived one of crime fiction's most iconic detectives, John Rebus, and new and old fans alike will enjoy what's on offer.

This is how to watch Rebus on BBC Scotland and BBC One starring Outlanders Richard Rankin - see the full cast list and watch the trailer.