TV ShowReturningBBC OneMysteryDramaComedy

Death Valley

2025 – 2026 · 45m per ep · 15 · English · United Kingdom

Thrown together by the murder of John's neighbour, John and Janie are an odd, yet hilarious duo with opposing instincts. Every week, they get to the bottom of gripping murders, with various stunning Welsh locations providing a backdrop to their investigations.

6.5(101 reviews)

6.7287% popularity

At a glance

Details

First air date: May 25, 2025
Last air date: Jun 21, 2026
Status: Returning
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 12
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United Kingdom
Network / platform: BBC One
Creator / showrunner: Paul Doolan
Certification: 15
Production companies: BBC Studios Comedy, BBC

Where to watch

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Keywords

detectivemurdercheerfulcosy crime

Seasons & episodes

Cast

Timothy Spall

John Chapel

Gwyneth Keyworth

Janie Mallowan

Steffan Rhodri

DCI Barry Clarke

Alexandria Riley

Helen Baxter

Melanie Walters

Yvonne Mallowan

Rithvik Andugula

DC Evan Chaudhry

Media

Reviews & ratings

6.5

101 community reviews

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Alex Rivera5.5/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
JK
Jordan Kim6.5/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
SP
Sam Patel7.5/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
ML
Morgan Lee5.5/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
CW
Casey Wong6.5/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
20 found helpful