6 episodes
The Bay Season 5 follows DS Jenn Townsend, played by Marsha Thomason, as she returns to work after the death of her father. The season kicks off with the discovery of 23-year-old university student Hannah Dawson’s body at the edge of the docks in Morecambe. Jenn, still grappling with her own grief, must support Hannah’s divided family while leading the investigation. As Jenn and her team dig deeper into Hannah’s life, they uncover hidden friendships and secret liaisons within the student community. The investigation intensifies, revealing complex layers of Hannah’s relationships and the secrets she kept. Jenn must balance her personal and professional struggles, striving to solve the case while coming to terms with her own loss and rebuilding her family connections. (more…)
4 episodes
Season 1 introduces us to Alex Ridley, a retired Detective Inspector who is struggling with the recent loss of his wife and daughter. His former protégée, DI Carol Farman, now leads the team and seeks Ridley’s expertise on a particularly challenging case. Despite his initial reluctance, Ridley is drawn back into the world of crime-solving. Throughout the season, Ridley and Carol tackle a series of intricate and emotionally charged cases. Ridley’s deep empathy and unconventional methods often clash with the more procedural approach of the current police force, but his insights prove invaluable. The cases range from mysterious disappearances to complex murder investigations, each revealing different facets of human nature and societal issues. As they work together, Ridley and Carol’s relationship evolves, with Carol learning to balance her respect for Ridley’s experience with her own instincts and leadership style. Meanwhile, Ridley grapples with his grief and the ghosts of his past, finding a sense of purpose in helping to bring justice to the victims. The season is a blend of gripping crime drama and poignant character study, exploring themes of loss, redemption, and the enduring impact of past traumas. (more…)
8 episodes
Ridley Season 2 follows former Detective Inspector Alex Ridley, played by Adrian Dunbar, as he returns to the force as a police consultant. Teaming up with his former protégée, DI Carol Farman, Ridley tackles a series of complex and perplexing cases. The season kicks off with “A Sleeping Tiger,” where Ridley and Carol investigate a mysterious death that leads them into the world of illegal raves and hidden secrets. Throughout the season, Ridley faces formidable challenges, from solving a heist-turned-murder case to uncovering dark secrets in the British countryside. The season also delves into Ridley’s personal struggles, including his ongoing grief over the loss of his wife and daughter, and his efforts to find solace through therapy. (more…)
4 episodes
Until I Kill You is a British true crime miniseries based on Delia Balmer’s autobiographical book Living with a Serial Killer. The series follows Delia Balmer, an agency nurse, who meets John Sweeney, a charming yet dangerous man, in a local pub. Their relationship quickly turns dark as Delia discovers John’s violent past and his confession to killing his ex-girlfriend. When Sweeney’s violent nature is finally exposed, Delia uses all her guile to escape with her life, but she is left in a critical condition. The police work to find Sweeney while Delia tries to rebuild her life. The series culminates in a courtroom drama where Delia must face Sweeney again to ensure his conviction, but the traumatic outcome of the trial has a profound effect on her life. (more…)
4 episodes
Following the mysterious deaths of a veteran cop and a teenage girl from a London tower block, Detective Sarah Collins delves into a web of police misconduct and corruption. (more…)
6 episodes
Piglets follows a group of six very different recruits at a fictional police training college and the staff charged with training them. The UK broadcaster ITV has commissioned this comedy for its streaming service. (more…)
6 episodes
Newly promoted DI Rachita Ray takes on a case that forces her to face a lifelong personal conflict. (more…)
8 episodes
A Cambridgeshire clergyman finds himself investigating a series of mysterious wrongdoings in his small village of Grantchester. (more…)
4 episodes
Drama following Brighton-based Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, a hard-working police officer who has given his life to the job. (more…)
3 episodes
A shy and enigmatic Detective Sergeant is partnered with a wildly ambitious Detective Chief Inspector to solve crimes in the historic city of Bath. (more…)
