We say goodbye to the likes of Karen Pirie, Bookish and The Sommerdahl Murders this week, but we also welcome in Kiwi series The Gone (back for a second season), and Finnish series Omerta 6/12. Enjoy!
1 Smoke *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E7/9
On the heels of heartache, Calderone clocks in for a covert mission. Gudsen navigates newfound glory – and an unexpected confrontation.
Friday 1st August, Apple TV+
2 Karen Pirie *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE* *LAST IN SERIES*
S2 E3/3
A shock discovery changes the course of the investigation once more and causes Karen to question everything she knows about the case. When an unknown force appears to be blocking the team at every turn, Karen joins Murray and Stark in an international quest for answers. Who is willing to go to such lengths to keep the secrets of the past hidden, can Karen find the truth, and is the truth enough to make up for 40 years of heartbreak?
Sunday 3rd August, 8pm, ITV1
3 The Gone *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S2 E1&2/6
When journalist Aileen Ryan goes missing, Irish detective Theo Richter and Kiwi detective Diana Huia are compelled to remain in the small town of Mt Affinity in New Zealand and lead the search. After discovering Aileen went missing while chasing a lead on the town’s historical Mountain Murders, the detectives enter a game of cat and mouse with the Goatman.
Thursday 31st July and Friday 1st August, BBC Two, 9pm
4 Omerta 6/12 *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S1 E1-4/4
On Finland’s Independence Day, December 6, celebrations turn to chaos when terrorists storm the Presidential Residence and take high-profile guests hostage. Max Tanner, a seasoned security service officer, is thrust into the role of negotiator. As the crisis unfolds, Tanner must make impossible choices to expose the attackers and stop a plan that threatens more than just lives. With time running out, the stakes extend beyond Finland’s borders. The fate of Europe hangs in the balance.
Friday 1st August, Walter Presents/All4
5 Bookish *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODES* *LAST IN SERIES*
S1 E3&4/6
When an army captain drinks a poisoned cocktail, there are multiple suspects – including Trottie! But two exiled princesses believe he wasn’t the intended victim.
Wednesday 30th July, 8 pm and 9.10pm, U&Alibi
6 Dexter: Resurrection *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E4/10
No synopsis available.
Friday 1st August, Paramount+
7 Sight Unseen *UK PREMIERE EPISODE*
S1 E7/10
After a suspect dies in the interrogation room, Metro PD is put on lockdown as the detectives come under suspicion, including Tess.
Friday 1st August, Paramount+
8 Beyond The Bar *NEW UK PREMIERE SERIES*
S1
A young, rookie lawyer with a strong sense of justice joins a top law firm — navigating the complex legal world under a cold, demanding mentor.
Friday 1st August, Netflix
9 The Sommerdahl Murders *NEW UK PREMIERE EPISODES*
S3 E7&8/8
Shipyard owner Nancy Brinck is found dead in her car in a forest, with her beloved pedrigree dog missing. With Benjamin’s absence, Dan and Flemming must reluctantly work together again. The dead woman’s sons appear to have nothing fruitful to say about their mother or their relationship with her or each other. Meanwhile, the mysteries continue as the team tries to find out who is the crime kingpin who holds Elsinore in his grip.
Friday 1st August, 9pm, More4
10 Miss Marple: The Murder at the Vicarage *REPEAT*
An unpopular colonel is found dead in the vicarage of St Mary Mead and investigations reveal no shortage of suspects – including the vicar and members of the victim’s family.
Saturday 2nd August, 9pm, BBC Four