This week’s roundup sees a popular British detective drama return for a new season, and no shortage of international intrigue. Plus all our favourite crime drama actors are back in action — Olivia Colman, Lesley Sharp, Martin Compston — just to name a few. From burning moors and Miami money to country house murders and global thrillers — read on for my top picks.

Hijack, season 2 (Apple TV, 14 Jan.)
The highly anticipated second season of Hijack sees Idris Elba return as Sam Nelson. The eight-episode season unfolds weekly through March 4, 2026, and thrusts viewers into a high-stakes new crisis as a Berlin underground train and its passengers are taken hostage.

Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials (Netflix, 15 Jan.)
Mia McKenna-Bruce plays Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent in this lively, youthful take on Christie. When a prank turns deadly, Bundle’s sleuthing begins — mixing classic mystery with YA flair and a dash of Bridgerton charm.

The Rip (16 Jan.)
When a team of Miami cops stumble across millions in cash inside a derelict stash house, their trust in one another begins to crumble. As outside interest grows, suspicion spreads — and the real danger may be closer than they think. The film stars big names Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Steven Yeun, Kyle Chandler and Teyana Taylor.

After the Flood, season 2 (ITVX / STV Player / BritBox, 18 Jan.)
This time it’s after the fire. Detective Jo Marshall (Sophie Rundle) returns to Waterside, now facing a chilling new case after a body is discovered following a wildfire on the moors. As she digs deeper, Jo uncovers corruption, conspiracy and dangerous secrets — with climate activism once again driving the drama.

Steal (Prime Video, 21 Jan.)
Sophie Turner leads this six-part heist thriller as Zara, an ordinary office worker forced by armed thieves to help steal billions from a pension fund. Archie Madekwe and Jacob Fortune-Lloyd co-star in this tense, high-octane story.