BBC confirms 'Torchwood' airdate

The BBC has confirmed that the new series of Torchwood will premiere on July 1.

A post on the show's official Facebook page confirms that the first episode of The New World will air on the same day in the UK and US.

The show's BBC One time-slot is currently set as 9pm, while a slot for US cable channel Starz is yet to be announced.

Torchwood Magazine also confirms that filming on the ten-part series will begin next week, with former Angel showrunner Kelly Manners producing in the US and The Sarah Jane Adventures producer Brian Minchin fulfilling the same role in the UK.

The first episode, which will feature a guest appearance from Dollhouse star Dichen Lachman, will be directed by Bharat Nalluri. His past credits include the first episodes of Life On Mars, Spooks and Hustle.

Torchwood: The New World will star series regulars John Barrowman and Eve Myles, as well as new cast additions Bill Pullman, Mekhi Phifer, Alexa Havins and Arlene Tur.