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Geordie was seen fighting back tears (Image: ITV)
Viewers were left in floods of tears during Wednesday’s episode of ITV’s Grantchester (February 4) after a surprise twist delivered one of the show’s most emotional moments to date. While the episode centred on Alphy (Rishi Nair) and Geordie (Robson Green) tackling another troubling case in the village, it was a quiet side story that completely caught fans off guard — and reduced many to tears. Geordie’s colleagues, Miss Scott (Melissa Johns) and Larry Peters (Bradley Hall), had been planning to marry in secret, keeping their happiness under wraps as they prepared to slip away.
Wednesday’s episode of ITV’s Grantchester (February 4) left viewers in tears as a surprising twist unfolded, delivering one of the series’ most touching moments. The episode initially focused on Alphy (Rishi Nair) and Geordie (Robson Green) tackling a difficult case in the village. However, it was a subtle side plot that truly captivated the audience and brought many to tears. Geordie’s colleagues, Miss Scott (Melissa Johns) and Larry Peters (Bradley Hall), had been secretly planning their wedding, intending to keep their joy hidden as they quietly eloped.
The couple’s discreet plans seemed unnoticed until Geordie began to unravel the truth. In a heartfelt twist, he dashed to the church, arriving just in time to transform their quiet ceremony into a beautiful celebration surrounded by friends. Geordie’s heartfelt gesture of giving Miss Scott away as Reverend Alphy led the ceremony left viewers reaching for tissues. The moment was especially poignant as the usually tough detective was visibly moved while standing in the church.
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Miss Scott (Melissa Johns) and Larry Peters (Bradley Hall), had been planning to marry in secret (Image: ITV)
As tears welled up, he brushed them off with a line about “dust in the church” — a moment that sent viewers over the edge.
“Darn it. Two weeks running #Grantchester has had me sobbing. What a great show,” said one fan. Another echoed: “I need to start drinking while watching #Grantchester. Two weeks running I’m wrecked”
Though clearly emotional, Geordie brushed off his tears with a joking remark about “dust in the church,” leaving viewers deeply moved by his display of vulnerability.
Earlier in the episode, Geordie had insisted on dragging Alphy out to mark his birthday — something the vicar would rather forget — organising a night at a local rock club with friends waiting in secret.
In true Grantchester style, a chocking murder ensued, but the much-loved characters sub plots took the lead on the emotional episode.
Elsewhere, Leonard was fighting his own private battle. With Daniel back in Grantchester after a long-awaited reconciliation with his parents, the strain of hiding their relationship proved too much.
Leonard finally admitted his struggles with alcohol, breaking down as he told Daniel how much it hurt to still be treated like a secret.
The raw honesty of the moment struck a chord with viewers, especially as Daniel eventually promised to be open about their relationship.
Mrs C was adamant the evening would stay alcohol-free to support Leonard, but things shifted when Meg turned up unexpectedly.
Nervous and clearly conflicted, Alphy bought her a drink and accepted a birthday hat she’d picked out for him, quietly agreeing to give their connection another chance.
Mrs C and Cathy also had their own victory, refusing to be sidelined as they fought outdated rules to secure a loan for their new venture, CeCe’s Boutique.
Armed with years of budgeting and sheer determination, they proved they didn’t need a man’s signature to be taken seriously.
The hour closed on another gut-punch moment as Alphy finally confronted a letter from his birth mother that had haunted him all episode.
Unable to read it alone, he asked Geordie to stay as the words were read aloud. As Alphy broke down, Geordie gripped his hand and the tears ocntinued to flow.