# Brian Vernel Returns to Glasgow Stage

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Podcast: [Glasgow News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/glasgow-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610185)
Published: 2026-05-26T05:22:23+00:00
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Brian Vernel, star of “Slow Horses” and “Gangs of London,” returns to his hometown Glasgow for the first time in 13 years to star in “The Long Drop” at the newly renovated Citizens Theatre. Playing the infamous serial killer Peter Manuel in this dark, atmospheric play based on Denise Mina’s novel, Vernel dives into a twisted tale that blends true crime with black comedy — as Manuel shadows William Watt, whose family was murdered, while a rumor swirls that Watt might be the killer. The play unfolds like a pub crawl through 1950s Glasgow, shifting timelines and building toward a courtroom climax. Vernel, who began acting at 14 and now lives just steps from the theatre, says this role is uniquely layered — not just because of Manuel’s crimes, but because of the fictional mystery surrounding Watt. With gritty period detail and a sharp psychological edge, “The Long Drop” taps into the enduring public obsession with true crime — all while letting Vernel walk to work. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/24c4ec8877b6fcb6

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