On this episode of The British TV Watchlist, we dive into Miss Scarlet, the Victorian detective drama that's equal parts charming and frustrating. We'll explore Kate Phillips' compelling performance as London's first female detective, discuss the dramatic cast change, and we’ll ask the question, “Is this really a period piece?” If you love historical dramas, you’ll want to hear this episode..

In this episode, we take look at Manhunt, the true crime drama where Martin Clunes plays real‑life detective Colin Sutton as he works to bring Levi Bellfield to justice. We talk about why the show works so well, how it handles crime-solving, the strain on Sutton’s family, and the clash between local police and the Met. And we’ll update you on the major characters in the story.

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In this episode, we dive into Miss Austen, the new PBS series that puts Cassandra Austen at the center of the story, instead of focusing on Jane. It’s about this older sister deciding what to do with the hundreds of private letters Jane wrote to various friends and family. We explore the mystery of why Cassandra destroyed most of those letters and the theories behind her choice. This is a story about memory, protection, and the powerful love of sisterhood.