This Week in Crime Drama: A kitchen reno turns murderous, a battle over a will, and a fan-favourite Kiwi detective drama returns

Secrets, lies, and long-held grudges come to the surface in a juicy new British crime drama that kicks off with a murder—or possibly more than one — apparently all over a kitchen reno. On a picture-perfect suburban street in England, tensions flare when a family’s plan to build a home extension sets off a chain of conflict. Emma and John Barnett (played by Jill Halfpenny and Rupert Penry-Jones) soon discover that their seemingly friendly neighbours are hiding far more than petty grievances. Over six taut episodes, simmering resentments and dangerous truths bubble to the surface, revealing just how deadly domestic life can become in The Feud.

Also premiering this week is I, Jack Wright, a new mystery from the creator of Unforgotten. Reuniting Grace co-stars John Simm and Zoë Tapper, this Alibi series opens with the apparent suicide of family patriarch Jack Wright (Eve). But as his loved ones reel from the loss, they’re hit with another blow: Jack’s third wife Sally (Nikki Amuka-Bird) and their sons Gray (Simm) and John (Daniel Rigby) have been cut out of his will. What unfolds is a layered tale of inheritance, betrayal, and hidden agendas.

Meanwhile, fans of The Brokenwood Mysteries can look forward to the return of the long-running New Zealand favorite. Season 11 premieres this week, with all episodes available to stream exclusively on Acorn TV (US only). Detective Mike Shepherd (Neill Rea), along with Kristin Sims (Fern Sutherland) and Daniel Chalmers (Jarod Rawiri), returns to uncover quirky crimes and local secrets. The new season promises more of the show’s signature blend of offbeat humour, sharp storytelling, and small-town charm.

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The Feud – Channel 5 – 14 April

Emma and John Barnett, along with their daughter Beth, appear to live an idyllic life on Shelbury Drive,” reads the official synopsis for The Feud. However, when Emma decides to add a kitchen extension to their house, these friendships prove to be not quite as harmonious as they seem.

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I, Jack Wright – Alibi and U TV – 23 April

The apparent suicide of a high-powered businessman sends shockwaves through his family – as they fight over his estate.

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The Brokenwood Mysteries – Acorn and Sky Open – 21 April

The seemingly quiet town of Brokenwood is slowly being riddled with murders and it is up to Detective Mike Shepherd to get to the bottom of the crimes.

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The Glass Dome – Netflix – 15 April

A criminologist and her former police chief partner investigate the vanishing of a local girl in the small Swedish town where she was once held captive.

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Good Cop/Bad Cop – The CW and Stan – Available now

A procedural dramedy following Lou and Henry, an unlikely sister-brother detective duo in a quirky Pacific Northwest town. With limited resources, eccentric locals, and their own tangled relationship, solving crimes is only half the battle.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IyJWZI8KHRc

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Just Act Normal – BBCiPlayer – 16 April

Tiana, Tionne and Tanika try to live life under the radar after their mum seemingly disappears, but when her drug dealer arrives demanding money, their secret risks being exposed.

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Your Friends & Neighbors – Apple TV – 11 April

After being fired in disgrace, a hedge fund manager (Jon Hamm) still grappling with his recent divorce, resorts to stealing from his neighbors’ homes in the exceedingly affluent Westmont Village, only to discover that the secrets and affairs hidden behind those wealthy facades might be more dangerous than he ever imagined.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5qo7oAFQxxo

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The Stolen Girl – Disney+ – 16 April

The gripping trailer takes us to the heart of suburbia where life is not quite as tranquil as it first seems. When Elisa (Denise Gough) and Fred Blix’s (Jim Sturgess) daughter goes missing after what appears to be a normal sleepover with a school friend, the couple’s mundane existence spirals into chaos.

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Dark Winds – Available on Prime Video

Set in 1971 on the Navajo Nation, the show follows Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnin) and his deputy, Jim Chee, as they navigate a series of complex and interconnected crimes.

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Surface – Available on Netflix

Surface follows Gugu Mbatha-Raw‘s Sophie Ellis, a character who lost her memory after a failed suicide attempt, meaning that she does not remember why she made that decision.

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Grace – ITV – 6 April

As Grace navigates the aftermath of Sandy’s suicide, his newfound son Bruno, and a profound personal loss in his and Cleo’s life, his team is called to a Sussex beach when an unidentified male body washes up dead in a barrel –

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Reunion – BBC One/iPlayer – 7 April

Daniel Brennan, a deaf man recently released from prison and alienated from his friends and family, embarks on a journey to uncover the events that led to his incarceration. Starring Matthew Gurney, Eddie Marsan, Anne-Marie Duff, Olive Gray, and Rose Ayling-Ellis.

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The Last Anniversary – AMC+ and Binge – 30 March

Based on another novel from Liane Moriarty — the author behind the Big Little Lies miniseries — The Last Anniversary — is being billed as “a wickedly funny, heartfelt dramedy wrapped in a gripping mystery about family, motherhood and the women who define the generations that come after them’’. It’s her first book to be set in Australia.

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Policing Paradise – Available now on BBCiplayer

Get ready for a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at Bermuda’s crime-fighting police force in Policing Paradise, a new documentary series on BBC One. While the picturesque palm trees and crystal-clear waters of Bermuda might suggest a tranquil haven, the island’s officers face their own set of high-stakes challenges. From protecting locals and tourists to keeping even the most high-profile visitors safe, the show offers an exclusive glimpse into the daily grind of Bermuda’s dedicated law enforcement. For something lighter give this one a try.

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