Lunghi says that 'Casualty 1909' is over

Cherie Lunghi has reportedly revealed that the BBC is axing Casualty 1909.

The actress, and former Strictly Come Dancing contestant, blamed the decision on the corporation's apparent preference for reality TV over period drama.

Lunghi, who stars in the hospital series, told The Sunday Telegraph: "The BBC have suddenly decided that period drama is not their thing. It was doing very well, but they've decided not to do any more."

Lunghi said that reality TV is favoured due to financial restrictions. "There isn't much money around and drama is expensive and reality TV is cheaper," she said.

"Live by the sword, die by the sword".