The Chelsea Detective Series 3: Dark Secrets and Twists Await

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By Jon Donnis

Acorn TV's original crime drama, The Chelsea Detective, returns for its third series on Monday 1 December, following DI Max Arnold, played by Adrian Scarborough, and DS Layla Walsh, portrayed by Vanessa Emme, as they confront a series of chilling murders in Chelsea. From a former popstar's death to a climate scientist's mysterious murder, the series blends intricate investigations with the detectives' personal struggles. Max explores couples therapy with his estranged wife Astrid, while Layla navigates a long-distance relationship with her partner Jon, showing that their personal lives are as complex as the crimes they solve.

The three episodes in this series promise tense plotting and unexpected turns. In Deadlock, Max and Layla investigate the body of ex-soldier Jerome Singer, with a trail leading from a local allotment to the US Ambassador's home, challenging their investigative skills against diplomatic authority. Myths and Legends follows the murder of antiques dealer Niall Hammond, where secrets around a rare gold coin and tangled family motives complicate the case. Finally, For The Greater Good confronts the death of climate scientist Archie Draper, revealing a web of deceit tied to environmental politics and a shocking hidden agenda. Series 3 continues to deliver suspenseful storytelling and compelling character work.

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COMPETITION: Win The Chelsea Detective: Series 1 to 3 on DVD

Acorn Media International has announced The Chelsea Detective Series 3 and Series 1 – 3 Box Set is set to arrive on DVD 9th June and on digital with episodes available to download and keep weekly,  following its run on U&Drama.

And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD

Synopsis:

The third series sees the return of the fantastic cast, with Vanessa Emme (Bloodlands, Dublin Murders) as Max’s trusty partner DS Layla Walsh, alongside Sophie Stone (Shetland, Doctor Who), Lucy Phelps (Playing Nice, Grace), Peter Bankolé (Peaky Blinders, D.I. Ray), Anamaria Marinca (Fury, Deadline) and Frances Barber (Whitstable Pearl, Silk), the inimitable Alex Kingston (Doctor Who, ER) also guest stars. 

 

DI Max Arnold (Scarborough) and his strong-willed partner DS Layla Walsh (Emme) investigate crimes that happen amidst Chelsea’s glossy façade. With four new murderous mysteries in their case files, the dynamic duo must investigate the suspicious death of a former popstar, the discovery of an ex-soldier’s body in an allotment, the brutal murder of an antiques dealer and the peculiar case of a climate scientist found dead in a stolen car. The stakes are higher than ever, and the pair must use every trick up their sleeves to bring these killers to justice, even if that means ruffling some feathers along the way. 

 

But, while Max remains adept at solving crimes, things are far from straightforward in his personal life.. After all their ups and downs, Max and his estranged wife, Astrid (Marinca) attempt to revive their relationship with couples therapy. Will the pair be able to resolve their differences and rekindle their marriage?  

  

For a thrilling detective drama guaranteed to entertain, treat yourself to a scenic tour of London’s most affluent borough with The Chelsea Detective, just make sure to keep your wits about you as these streets harbour the darkest of secrets. 

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Who plays DI Max Arnold in The Chelsea Detective?

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SPRING COMPETITION: Win The Madame Blanc Mysteries Series 1 – 3 Box Set, The Chelsea Detective Series 1 & 2 Box Set and Whitstable Pearl Series 1 & 2 Box Set

Calling all crime drama lovers, as the flowers begin to bloom, spring into the new season with a bumper selection of brilliant DVD Box Sets from Acorn Media International.

And to celebrate the start of Spring, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win all three of these releases on DVD.

Synopsis:

Flee the brisk March breeze with a trip to fabulous France for some escapist charm with the marvellous The Madame Blanc Mysteries Series 1 – 3 Box Set. TV favourite Sally Lindsay (Coronation Street, Still Open All Hours, Scott & Bailey) co-writes and takes the lead alongside Sue Vincent (Mrs Brown’s Boys, Mount Pleasant) in this much-loved, warm-hearted series. 

 

Meet successful antiques dealer Jean White (Lindsay) as she travels to Saint Victoire after her husband's mysterious death in a car accident. With the circumstances surrounding the crash seemingly more suspicious than they first appeared and with a series of antiques-related mysteries happening around the village, it’s not long before Jean gets caught up in Sherlockian shenanigans. 

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The brilliant Adrian Scarborough (Killing Eve, Gavin & Stacey, 1917) stars as our favourite West London investigator, The Chelsea Detective, in this entertaining crime drama. 

  

DI Max Arnold (Scarborough) is a down-to-earth, wily and wise detective with no shortage of crimes to solve in London’s beautiful – yet brutal – borough. This Box Set sees the sharp sleuth tackle everything from a back alley drug deal gone wrong, to a heist and murder at a posh London gallery.... With the help of DS Priya Shamsie (Sonita Henry – Black Cake, Silo) in series one and DS Layla Walsh (Vanessa Emme – Bloodlands, The Fall) in series two, get ready for a slew of enthralling cases from the complex to the outright strange.  

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Kerry Godliman (After Life, Derek) delights as Pearl Nolan in the fan favourite cosy crime drama Whitstable Pearl, based on the bestselling books by Julie Wassmer. 

 

Single mum and local restaurant owner Peal Nolan (Godliman) is whisked into a world of mystery when her friend dies under suspicious circumstances. She soon finds herself in conflict with the gruff and aloof DCI Mike McGuire (Howard Charles – Shadow and Bone) who arrives on the scene to investigate the murder. As Peal sharpens her sleuthing skills, she decides to set up her own private detective agency from her family restaurant, teaming up with Mike to solve everything from murders to boat sabotage. Charged by a determination to outdo each other, sparks fly and tempers flare between this dynamic duo. 

 

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There are a total of 6 actors shown on the covers of these 3 boxsets, but can you name them all?

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COMPETITION: Win The Chelsea Detective Series 2 on DVD

The inimitable Adrian Scarborough (Killing Eve, Gavin & Stacey, The King's Speech, 1917) is back on the beat as our favourite West London investigator, The Chelsea Detective, for a second instalment of this much-loved mystery drama.

The new series is set for its DVD and digital release this Summer alongside The Chelsea Detective Series 1 & 2 Box set thanks to Acorn Media International and follows the recent run of series one on U&Drama. With a third series in production, now is the perfect time to discover this must-watch detective drama. 

And to celebrate, we have a great competition for you and a chance to win a copy on DVD.

Synopsis:

DI Max Arnold (Scarborough) is a down-to-earth, wily and wise detective with no shortage of crimes to solve in London’s beautiful – yet brutal – borough. Now, following the successful first series, which saw the sharp sleuth tackle everything from murder on the London Underground to the bludgeoning of a respected educator, he reopens his casebook for a host of mysterious misdeeds with the help of his new partner, strong-willed and warm-hearted Detective Sergeant Layla Walsh (Vanessa Emme – Bloodlands, The Fall). Will the duo be able to get along well enough to solve murders successfully?

In this series, cases include the brutal murder of an art gallery manager at a high-end Chelsea exhibition, the mysterious death of an elderly woman in a luxury retirement home, the unsettling killing of a psychotherapist with an erratic patient as a prime suspect and the vicious murder of a charming fruit and veg delivery service owner.

In series one, we meet Max living on a houseboat on the River Thames, having separated from his art dealer wife, Astrid (Anamaria Marinca – Midsomer Murders, Fury). With D.S. Priya Shamsie (Sonita Henry – Luther, Krypton), they investigate a slew of enthralling cases from the strange to the complex.

The Chelsea Detective is guaranteed to entertain with its gritty crime and second-to-none case solving from one the best in the business, DI Max Arnold, alongside his crack team of cohorts. The crimes may be heinous, but there’s plenty of humour and oodles of charm along the way – and if that’s not enough, we’re treated to a welcome tour around the streets of London.

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COMPETITION CLOSED

Quick Terms and conditions

1. Closing date 30-09-24

2. No alternative prize is available

3. When the competition ends as indicated on this page, any and all entries received after this point will not count and emails blacklisted due to not checking this page first.

4. Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

5. Entries that come directly from other websites will not be accepted.