The Chelsea Detective – Series 3 – Review
First Reaction – The Chelsea Detective – Series 3 is a great return to form for the series with 4 excellent cases.
Where to Watch
The Chelsea Detective Series 3 transmission on U&Drama, this latest collection of captivating crimes are set to arrive on DVD and digital on 9 June alongside the Series 1 – 3 Box Set, courtesy of Acorn Media International.
Director: Jennie Darnell, Richard Signy
Writer: Peter Fincham, Glen Laker, Nicola Wilson (Screenplay)
Cast
- Adrian Scarborough (1917)
- Vanessa Emme (Dublin Murders)
- Peter Bankole (Spider-Man Far From Home)
- Lucy Phelps (Julius Caesar)
- Anamaria Marinca (Europa Report)
Plot: Detective Inspector Max Arnold, whose lifestyle on a battered houseboat in Chelsea’s Cheyne Walk contrasts sharply with the affluent elite whose crimes he helps solve alongside partner DS Layla Walsh.
Runtime: 1 Hour 30 Minutes per Episode
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Verdict on The Chelsea Detective – Series 3
Everybody Loves Chloe
This episode begins when celebrity Chloe (Kirby) is found dead in her apartment. DI Max Arnold (Scarborough), DS Layla Walsh (Emme) lead the case, which explores the private life of the celebrity. Meanwhile, DC Connor Pollock (Bankole) and DC Jess Lombard (Phelps) complete the team. When they get deeper into the case, they discover plenty of secrets leading to a host of suspects behind the crime.
We start the series strong with a big case that explores the problems with a celebrity’s life. It keeps us guessing and gives us a glimpse into the bigger life problems. This makes for a great return for the team, showing the unity they have. The case is interesting and the suspects a plenty, which benefits from the extended runtime the series has. (4/5)
Deadlock
The episode follows two dead bodies discovered in an exclusive allotment. Max and Layla lead the investigation, which sees them investigating the American Embassy. However, the clues begin to make things more complicated, as diplomatic positions make things difficult.
This episode continues to explore the complex case in the Chelsea area. It dives into an older crime with skeletal remains being the victims. This has a feeling of ‘Bones’ and even builds a bigger conspiracy occurring. It is a great episode and easily one of the best. (5/5)
Myths and Legends
The episode begins when an antiques dealer is murdered in his shop. It takes Max and Layla into the world of antiques and different people connected to the victim. The investigation has plenty of twists and turns with the corruption of the bigger antique world.
This does slow the series down after the heater 2nd episode. However, it does give us a nice mystery to solve with plenty of twists and turns. Meanwhile, the personal lives of the detectives are interesting to explore more. (3/5)
For The Greater Good
The episode follows Max and Layla investigating a dead body in the boot of a stolen car. The victim is a climate change activist, and the team must investigate his campaigns. However, not everything is as easy as it seems, and the two different stories offer plenty to investigate. Meanwhile, a much closer-to-home incident involves the team.
We complete the series if a complex case is filled with secrets. Some parts hit closer to home, and it brings the team closer. It leaves the team facing home truths and wanting to help each other out. This pulls us in and keeps us wanting to see how it unfolds. (4/5)
Overall
The series shines by having longer episodes, giving us time to see into the smaller parts of the lives of the team. Each case gives a unique series of twists and turns. This is one of the best detective shows around, with interesting characters, complex cases and a down-to-earth feeling. We can’t wait to see what the next series has up its sleeves.
Final Thoughts –The Chelsea Detective – Series 3 is becoming one of the most must-watch detective shows.
