The Chelsea Detective
Overview
Detective Inspector Max Arnold, residing on a dilapidated houseboat at Cheyne Walk, grapples with life after his split from art dealer Astrid. As the son of a local bookstore proprietor, he contrasts sharply with the wealthy elite whose crimes he investigates. Partnering with D.C. Priya Shamsie, Max navigates the complexities of high society while solving intriguing cases. Their dynamic brings a fresh perspective to the crime genre, blending gritty realism with the nuances of London’s affluent underbelly.
Episodes
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1
The Wages of Sin
During the busy morning commute, stonemason Andrew Knightley is tragically pushed in front of a London Underground train. DI Max Arnold and his partne...
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2
Mrs Romano
The investigation centers on a popular social media influencer who has vanished, and whose husband owns a high-end restaurant in Chelsea. As the case ...
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3
The Gentle Giant
A well-known security guard is found fatally stabbed on a vacant lot. He has a wife battling a terminal illness, and initially, it looks like he fell ...
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4
A Chelsea Education
Just before a well-respected teacher at a renowned international school is set to relocate to Japan, he is found dead in his home. While many describe...
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1
The Blue Room
After the manager of an art gallery is strangled amidst a robbery at an exhibition, it initially seems like a case of unfortunate timing. However, as ...
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2
Golden Years
In a high-end retirement community, a woman's unexpected death raises eyebrows, especially since there are no indications of a break-in. As the invest...
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3
The Reliable Witness
The primary suspect in the murder of a psychotherapist is a former patient known for unpredictable behavior. As the team investigates the therapist’...
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4
A Crime of Passion
Jack Felton, who runs a fruit and vegetable delivery service, is discovered at his home, brutally stabbed in what appears to be a violent confrontatio...
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1
Everyone Loves Chloe
In the days leading up to Christmas, Chloe Carmichael, a former pop icon and tabloid favorite, is discovered dead in her Chelsea apartment. Initial th...
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2
Deadlock
After a corpse is discovered, Max and Layla hurry to uncover the identity of the victim. Their search leads them from a lavish city estate to the US e...
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3
Myths and Legends
When antiques dealer Niall Hammond is found dead in his store, Max and Layla focus their investigation on a rare coin he had acquired shortly before h...
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4
For the Greater Good
The body of a climate scientist is discovered in the trunk of a stolen vehicle. As detectives Max and Layla delve into the case, they begin to uncover...
