Mrs. Bradley Mysteries: The Complete Series

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Redemption– 2022 – This series DI Colette Cunningham (Paul Malcomson, The Hunger Games), a talented, plain-speaking Liverpool detective whose life changes when she gets an unexpected call from Dublin. A body has been found, and Colette is listed as the next of kin. She immediately heads to Ireland to identify her daughter Kate – a young woman who's been missing for 20 years. Sad and puzzled, Colette decides to join the Garda and stay in Ireland to unravel the mystery of her daughter's life and death. Martin Freeman stars in The Reponder on BritBox in May 2022 Mrs. Bradley and George make a trip to Cornwall to surprise Inspector Christmas, who's being honored for his recent work. When a local girl turns up murdered, Adela is horrified to see connections to an old case of hers. When the killer targets someone close to George, it's a race against time to unravel the secrets of the worsted viper. The Pembrokeshire Murders– 2021 – The true crime cold case drama follows the investigation into the most notorious serial killer in Welsh history. In 2006, newly-promoted DS Steve Wilkins decided to re-open an unsolved double murder from the 1980s. Using the latest forensic techniques, he and his team were able to connect the murders to a string of burglaries. A very late Gladys, published in 1981, this story tells of the decimation of a seemingly-innocent, folk-dance group, by a killer or killers unknown. It is unusual for Gladys in several ways: the setting is the Yorkshire moors, and although many of her stories are set in wild areas of Britain, rarely has Yorkshire featured. Also unusual, is the fact that the account is largely told by a female member of Mrs Bradley's extended family, in this case the youthful Hermione: more-often-than-not, Gladys seemed to favour male narrators. My only criticism of an otherwise excellent story is the feeble ending, which seems to finish too abruptly, and with Nemesis arriving rather unconvincingly.

Wycliffe– 1993 to 1998 – Based on W.J. Burley’s novels, this Cornwall-based series features DS Charles Wycliffe, a man who investigates murders with a unique level of determination and accuracy. The Mrs. Bradley Mysteries – 1998 – Diana Rigg ( The Avengers) stars as Mrs. Bradley, a sort of edgy Miss Marple who solves mysteries with the assistance of her devoted chauffeur George Moody (Neil Dudgeon, Midsomer Murders). Murder in Provence will premiere in March on BritBox The Gil Mayo Mysteries (aka Mayo)– 2006 – Gil Mayo is an eccentric detective with a life full of complications and awkwardness. His ex-love interest is a colleague, and he’s raising a teenage girl on his own. Alistair McGowan ( Leonardo) stars in this light mystery. Death at the Opera is the 5th book in the series, published in 1934. It is a new day for The Mikado group who are chosen by Hillmaston School to perform. Their meek and self-effacing arithmetic mistress is offered a key role. This is after her generous offer to finance the production. Unfortunately, she disappears mid-way through the opening night performance and is later found dead. Mrs. Bradley is called upon to investigate. She discovers that the victim had a lot of enemies, all which were determined to kill her. This story has a great premise and portrays Mrs. Bradley as an eccentric sleuth more perfectly. The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher: Beyond the Pale– 2014 – Whicher is hired to investigate threats made to the son of an important government employee, leading him to some of the most dangerous parts of Victorian London. Paddy Considine ( Informer) stars.Waking the Dead– 2000 to 2011 – Using new forensic technology, DS Boyd and his team open unsolved cases. The Moonstone– 2016 – This updated adaptation of the Wilkie Collins novel stars Joshua Silver as Franklin Blake alongside Terenia Edwards ( On Chesil Beach) as Rachel Verinder. Unforgiven– 2009 – Peter Davison ( The Last Detective) and Suranne Jones ( Scott & Bailey) star in this series about a woman released from prison after serving 15 years for the murder of two police officers. Having spent half her life in jail, Ruth must build a new life for herself in spite of the damage she's done. Vera Inspector Morse– 1987 to 2000 – Grumpy, classical music-loving Inspector Morse investigates crimes around Oxford with his junior partner Sergeant Lewis. This much-loved British mystery series is based on the books of Colin Dexter, and it later spawned two additional television shows ( Inspector Lewis and Endeavour). Mrs. Beatrice Bradley is featured in a film called The Mrs. Bradley Series. This film has five episodes based on different books in the series. It was directed by James Hawes and Martin Hutchings. The starring features Diana Rigg and Neil Dudgeon. The film was released in 31st August, 1998. The pilot episode was based on the first book Speedy Death. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th episodes were based on Death at the Opera, The Rising Moon, Laurels are Poison and The Worsted Viper accordingly.

In Plain Sight– 2016 – This series covers serial killer Peter Manuel's crimes in 1950s Lanarkshire, Scotland. Though it’s a dramatisation, it’s based on a true story. Dalziel & Pascoe– 1996 to 2007 – Two Yorkshire-based police partners with very different personalities find a way to bond as they solve crimes. This series was based on the Dalziel and Pascoe novels by Reginald Hill, and stars Warren Clarke ( Poldark) and Colin Buchanan ( The Pale Horse) in the title roles. Colin Buchanan has also narrated a number of Reginald Hill audiobooks. I guess this title will always hold an affection with me, being the first ever Gladys I read, and for my money, still one of the best. Written in 1941, a fair proportion of the book is the account of a past crime, told in diary format - not normally my favourite narrative method - but the plot is so solid, and the language so singular, that it makes for an excellent story. Classic Gladys' motifs include the reformatory school angle, the hinted death by drowning, and the venture into the world of the occult. Luther – 2010 to 2019 – Idris Elba stars as a brilliant London detective who frequently gets into trouble because of his passion for the job.Best in Paradise– 2020 – In this exclusive BritBox interview, cast members Kris Marshall ( Sanditon, Love Actually), Josephine Jobert, Don Warrington ( Holby City), and Tobi Bakare ( Kingsman, Silent Witness) share anecdotes and insights about their favourite episodes of Death in Paradise. Beyond Paradise

Traces– 2019 to present – New chemistry graduate Emma Hodges begins work at The Scottish Institute of Forensic Science and Anatomy, but when she joins an online course to build professional skills, she notices the case is eerily familiar. It's the case of how her mother's body was found eighteen years earlier. The Mallorca Files– 2019 – This drama stars Elen Rhys ( Ordinary Lies) and Julian Looman as a pair of international detectives who solve crimes on the Balearic island of Mallorca. It’s a light, action-driven drama with a bit of British and German culture clash between the detectives. Jason Watkins in McDonald & DoddsThe City & The City– 2018 – Inspector Borlú investigates a murder in the twin city, which occupies the same space differently. This unusual series blends mystery with science fiction. Rosemary & Thyme– 2003 to 2008 – Former policewoman Laura and a horticulture professor Rosemary are brought together by a love of gardening, but murder seems to follow them. Felicity Kendal ( The Good Life) and Pam Ferris ( Call the Midwife) star in this quaint mystery series. Fun fact: Creator Brian Eastman created the series to entertain his wife, Christabel Avery, a keen gardener. The goal of this post is to show you everything on offer as of late January 2023. The Complete List of British Mysteries & Crime Dramas on BritBox 15 Days