Introduction Grantchester: More Than a Pretty Vicar Undeniably, it is rather impossible not to be charmed by the tiny English village called Grantchester. With its rolling hills, picture-postcard cottages, and a feel of timelessness in the air, it is one of those places that seems lifted out of the pages of a novel. In reality, …
Category: Best British Drama
Aug 07
Cold Feet
Ups and Downs: Mastering Balance in Life Cold Feet is a well-esteemed British comedy-drama that has succeeded in winning the hearts of many over the past couple of decades. The series follows three interlocking couples who fight through the pressures of life, love, friendship, and all other stormy issues that head their way, speaking much …
Aug 06
Victoria
Victoria: A Royal Endeavor Victoria is a fantastic historical drama that gives an insight into the life of one of Britain’s most iconic monarchs. It follows the young Queen Victoria from her ascension to the throne through the early years of her reign, painting the portrait of a strong-willed and complex woman who takes in …
Aug 06
Unforgotten
Unforgotten: Reincarnating the Past Unforgotten is a British crime drama portraying the complexities involved in solving cold cases. Avoiding the fast beat generally prevalent in the genre, this series emphasizes the time-consuming process of tackling crimes that were long forgotten. Showing the emotional toll that unsolved cases take on the families of the victims and …
Aug 06
Manhunt
Manhunt: A Gripping Chronicle of Detective Work Manhunt is a British television drama that delves into the gritty reality of police work. Based on the true stories and memoirs of former Metropolitan Police Detective Chief Inspector Colin Sutton, the series offers a raw and unflinching portrayal of the challenges faced by law enforcement when investigating …
Aug 06
Inspector Morse
Inspector Morse—Gems of British Television Writing The name Inspector Morse goes alongside that Golden Age of British detective drama. This thumping series, adapted from the novels of Colin Dexter, whisked audiences to the heart of Oxford—a city where the intellectual and the criminal worlds collide in a captivating blend between academia and intrigue. Inspector Morse …
Aug 06
Midsomer Murders
Midsomer Murders: Where Idyll Meets Murder Picture-perfect villages, quaint cottages, and rolling green hills – this is the idyllic world of Midsomer. But beneath this charming facade lies a dark secret: a murder rate that would make any crime statistician raise an eyebrow. Midsomer Murders is the quintessential British detective drama that has captivated audiences …
Aug 06
Lewis
Lewis: A Worthy Successor to Inspector Morse Picking up where the immortal Inspector Morse left off, Lewis is a detective drama series that brilliantly made its way from a spin-off to an independent series. Tracing the rise of Robert Lewis, Morse’s trusted sergeant, who dons the mantle of a Detective Inspector against a familiar setting—Oxford. …
Aug 06
The Bay
The Bay: Refreshing the Police Procedural The Bay is a contemporary British TV drama refreshing the genre of crimes. Located in the beautiful coastal setting of Morecambe Bay, this series takes a deep dive into the characters and explores tangled family life with the stresses involved in the forces of law. While most traditional police …
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