Only the second episode for John Barnaby, but I think the face that they managed to change the lead actor, and that eight years later it's still going, shows that the format of the show works regardless of cast. I was a fan of Dudgeon in the role from the start, and his wife and dog make great additions.
Dark Secrets begins in dramatic fashion, the opening car scene was great, as was the almost comic turn provided by Jeff Rawle as the efficient social services worker.
I didn't care hugely for this when it first went out, but watching it now I thoroughly enjoyed it. It features a wonderful cast, Edward Fox is terrific, as were two wonderful returnees, Phylida Law and Haydn Gwynne.
The eccentric couple habiting on a house full of newspapers and pizza boxes are bonkers, but intriguing.
It's not a fast paced episode, it takes a bit of time to get going, but it's very enjoyable, and ends well. 8/10
Dark Secrets begins in dramatic fashion, the opening car scene was great, as was the almost comic turn provided by Jeff Rawle as the efficient social services worker.
I didn't care hugely for this when it first went out, but watching it now I thoroughly enjoyed it. It features a wonderful cast, Edward Fox is terrific, as were two wonderful returnees, Phylida Law and Haydn Gwynne.
The eccentric couple habiting on a house full of newspapers and pizza boxes are bonkers, but intriguing.
It's not a fast paced episode, it takes a bit of time to get going, but it's very enjoyable, and ends well. 8/10