Grace (TV series)
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Grace is a British television crime drama series based in Brighton and Hove, England, starring John Simm in the title role of Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, a dogged detective who, haunted by the disappearance of his wife some years previously, solves a variety of cases. Based on the bestselling novels by Peter James, the series was adapted by screenwriter Russell Lewis with a pair of films comprising the novels Dead Simple and Looking Good Dead, filmed in 2020 for broadcast in 2021. Dead Simple, broadcast in March 2021, attracted an estimated 7 viewers, which made it the fifth-most-watched programme for the week of 8–14 March, according to BARB. Following strong viewing figures for the opening episode, a second series of three films was commissioned in 2021, with broadcasting beginning in May 2022. A third series was commissioned in 2022, with filming beginning in August 2022 and broadcast starting in March 2023. Three further series were commissioned and broadcast on ITV. Series 6 premiered on ITV on 29 March 2026. A seventh series was confirmed by ITV on 22 April 2026 and filming began on 27 April 2026 .
Infobox
Genre
Crime drama
Based on
Roy Grace novels by Peter James
Written by
Russell Lewis
Directed by
John Alexander Julia Ford
Starring
John Simm Richie Campbell Rakie Ayola Laura Elphinstone Amaka Okafor Brad Morrison Craig Parkinson Adrian Rawlins
Music by
Matthew Slater
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Original language
English
No. of series
6
No. of episodes
20
Executive producers
Andrew O'Connor Paul Sandler Patrick Schweitzer Russell Lewis Peter James John Simm Phil Hunter Kiaran Murray-Smith
Producer
Kiaran Murray-Smith
Running time
90 minutes
Production companies
Second Act Productions Tall Story Pictures Vaudeville Productions
Network
ITV
Release
14 March 2021 (2021-03-14) – present
Tables
First released
First released
Series
First released
Episodes
Last released
1
1
Series
1
Episodes
2
Episodes
14 March 2021 (2021-03-14)
Originally released
4 May 2021 (2021-05-04)
2
2
Series
2
Episodes
3
Episodes
24 April 2022 (2022-04-24)
Originally released
22 May 2022 (2022-05-22)
3
3
Series
3
Episodes
3
Episodes
19 March 2023 (2023-03-19)
Originally released
2 April 2023 (2023-04-02)
4
4
Series
4
Episodes
4
Episodes
2 July 2024 (2024-07-02)
Originally released
23 July 2024 (2024-07-23)
5
5
Series
5
Episodes
4
Episodes
6 April 2025 (2025-04-06)
Originally released
27 April 2025 (2025-04-27)
6
6
Series
6
Episodes
4
Episodes
29 March 2026 (2026-03-29)
Originally released
19 April 2026 (2026-04-19)
| Series | Episodes | Originally released | ||
| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 2 | 14 March 2021 (2021-03-14) | 4 May 2021 (2021-05-04) | |
| 2 | 3 | 24 April 2022 (2022-04-24) | 22 May 2022 (2022-05-22) | |
| 3 | 3 | 19 March 2023 (2023-03-19) | 2 April 2023 (2023-04-02) | |
| 4 | 4 | 2 July 2024 (2024-07-02) | 23 July 2024 (2024-07-23) | |
| 5 | 4 | 6 April 2025 (2025-04-06) | 27 April 2025 (2025-04-27) | |
| 6 | 4 | 29 March 2026 (2026-03-29) | 19 April 2026 (2026-04-19) | |
· Episodes › Series 1 (2021)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Dead Simple"
Directed by
John Alexander
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
14 March 2021 (2021-03-14)
UK viewers
(millions)
8 ( )
A group of friends on a stag night are involved in a road accident and are all killed except for the groom, a wealthy Brighton property developer who has vanished. Detective Superintendent Grace is called upon by colleague Detective Sergeant Branson to help. The search and investigation uncover lines of inquiry which involve his bride and his best
A group of friends on a stag night are involved in a road accident and are all killed except for the groom, a wealthy Brighton property developer who has vanished. Detective Superintendent Grace is called upon by colleague Detective Sergeant Branson to help. The search and investigation uncover lines of inquiry which involve his bride and his best
No.
A group of friends on a stag night are involved in a road accident and are all killed except for the groom, a wealthy Brighton property developer who has vanished. Detective Superintendent Grace is called upon by colleague Detective Sergeant Branson to help. The search and investigation uncover lines of inquiry which involve his bride and his best
2
2
No.
2
Title
"Looking Good Dead"
Directed by
Julia Ford
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
4 May 2021 (2021-05-04) (United States)
24 April 2022 (2022-04-24) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
When parts of a young woman's body are discovered on the Downs, Grace believes the murder is connected to two prior killings involving sex-drug overdoses. Meanwhile, a local businessman stumbles upon a memory stick containing an access key to a dark-Web snuff site, where he witnesses the woman's murder, and the shadowy operators of the site warn hi
When parts of a young woman's body are discovered on the Downs, Grace believes the murder is connected to two prior killings involving sex-drug overdoses. Meanwhile, a local businessman stumbles upon a memory stick containing an access key to a dark-Web snuff site, where he witnesses the woman's murder, and the shadowy operators of the site warn hi
No.
When parts of a young woman's body are discovered on the Downs, Grace believes the murder is connected to two prior killings involving sex-drug overdoses. Meanwhile, a local businessman stumbles upon a memory stick containing an access key to a dark-Web snuff site, where he witnesses the woman's murder, and the shadowy operators of the site warn hi
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers (millions) | |
| 1 | "Dead Simple" | John Alexander | Russell Lewis | 14 March 2021 (2021-03-14) | 8 ( ) | |
| A group of friends on a stag night are involved in a road accident and are all killed except for the groom, a wealthy Brighton property developer who has vanished. Detective Superintendent Grace is called upon by colleague Detective Sergeant Branson to help. The search and investigation uncover lines of inquiry which involve his bride and his best | ||||||
| 2 | "Looking Good Dead" | Julia Ford | Russell Lewis | 4 May 2021 (2021-05-04) (United States) 24 April 2022 (2022-04-24) (United Kingdom) | 6 ( ) | |
| When parts of a young woman's body are discovered on the Downs, Grace believes the murder is connected to two prior killings involving sex-drug overdoses. Meanwhile, a local businessman stumbles upon a memory stick containing an access key to a dark-Web snuff site, where he witnesses the woman's murder, and the shadowy operators of the site warn hi | ||||||
· Episodes › Series 2 (2022)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Not Dead Enough"
Directed by
Henrik Georgsson
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
1 May 2022 (2022-05-01)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
When businesswoman Katya Bishop is brutally murdered, all the evidence points to her businessman husband, Kit (Arthur Darvill), especially when his girlfriend is also found dead in a similar manner. The only problem being, Kit has a solid alibi for both murders – so how could he possibly be in two places at once? Meanwhile, Grace becomes friendly w
When businesswoman Katya Bishop is brutally murdered, all the evidence points to her businessman husband, Kit (Arthur Darvill), especially when his girlfriend is also found dead in a similar manner. The only problem being, Kit has a solid alibi for both murders – so how could he possibly be in two places at once? Meanwhile, Grace becomes friendly w
No.
When businesswoman Katya Bishop is brutally murdered, all the evidence points to her businessman husband, Kit (Arthur Darvill), especially when his girlfriend is also found dead in a similar manner. The only problem being, Kit has a solid alibi for both murders – so how could he possibly be in two places at once? Meanwhile, Grace becomes friendly w
2
2
No.
2
Title
"Dead Man's Footsteps"
Directed by
Brian Kelly
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
8 May 2022 (2022-05-08)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
The discovery of skeletal remains in a Brighton storm drain and a young girl being hunted by an armed hitman appear to be unconnected, until the two cases unexpectedly collide in the most unimaginable way. Meanwhile, a former colleague of Grace's from the Met, Cassian Pewe (James D'Arcy) has been sent down to assist the team, and immediately sets a
The discovery of skeletal remains in a Brighton storm drain and a young girl being hunted by an armed hitman appear to be unconnected, until the two cases unexpectedly collide in the most unimaginable way. Meanwhile, a former colleague of Grace's from the Met, Cassian Pewe (James D'Arcy) has been sent down to assist the team, and immediately sets a
No.
The discovery of skeletal remains in a Brighton storm drain and a young girl being hunted by an armed hitman appear to be unconnected, until the two cases unexpectedly collide in the most unimaginable way. Meanwhile, a former colleague of Grace's from the Met, Cassian Pewe (James D'Arcy) has been sent down to assist the team, and immediately sets a
3
3
No.
3
Title
"Dead Tomorrow"
Directed by
Kate Saxon
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
22 May 2022 (2022-05-22)
UK viewers
(millions)
5 ( )
When an unidentified Jane Doe is dredged up from the seabed of the English channel, Grace and his team are led into the murky world of an organised crime group masterminded by fixer Julia Giroux (Joséphine de La Baume) and corrupt quack Roger Gunnislake (Stephen Boxer), who are harvesting the organs of illegal immigrants for private sale. The disap
When an unidentified Jane Doe is dredged up from the seabed of the English channel, Grace and his team are led into the murky world of an organised crime group masterminded by fixer Julia Giroux (Joséphine de La Baume) and corrupt quack Roger Gunnislake (Stephen Boxer), who are harvesting the organs of illegal immigrants for private sale. The disap
No.
When an unidentified Jane Doe is dredged up from the seabed of the English channel, Grace and his team are led into the murky world of an organised crime group masterminded by fixer Julia Giroux (Joséphine de La Baume) and corrupt quack Roger Gunnislake (Stephen Boxer), who are harvesting the organs of illegal immigrants for private sale. The disap
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers (millions) | |
| 1 | "Not Dead Enough" | Henrik Georgsson | Russell Lewis | 1 May 2022 (2022-05-01) | 6 ( ) | |
| When businesswoman Katya Bishop is brutally murdered, all the evidence points to her businessman husband, Kit (Arthur Darvill), especially when his girlfriend is also found dead in a similar manner. The only problem being, Kit has a solid alibi for both murders – so how could he possibly be in two places at once? Meanwhile, Grace becomes friendly w | ||||||
| 2 | "Dead Man's Footsteps" | Brian Kelly | Russell Lewis | 8 May 2022 (2022-05-08) | 6 ( ) | |
| The discovery of skeletal remains in a Brighton storm drain and a young girl being hunted by an armed hitman appear to be unconnected, until the two cases unexpectedly collide in the most unimaginable way. Meanwhile, a former colleague of Grace's from the Met, Cassian Pewe (James D'Arcy) has been sent down to assist the team, and immediately sets a | ||||||
| 3 | "Dead Tomorrow" | Kate Saxon | Russell Lewis | 22 May 2022 (2022-05-22) | 5 ( ) | |
| When an unidentified Jane Doe is dredged up from the seabed of the English channel, Grace and his team are led into the murky world of an organised crime group masterminded by fixer Julia Giroux (Joséphine de La Baume) and corrupt quack Roger Gunnislake (Stephen Boxer), who are harvesting the organs of illegal immigrants for private sale. The disap | ||||||
· Episodes › Series 3 (2023)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Dead Like You"
Directed by
Camilla Stroem Henriksen
Written by
Ben Court & Caroline Ip
Original release date
19 March 2023 (2023-03-19)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party along with the return of Cassian Pewe forces Grace into a difficult position.
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party along with the return of Cassian Pewe forces Grace into a difficult position.
No.
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party along with the return of Cassian Pewe forces Grace into a difficult position.
2
2
No.
2
Title
"Dead Man's Grip"
Directed by
Isher Sahota
Written by
Ed Whitmore
Original release date
26 March 2023 (2023-03-26)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
At the site of a tragic road traffic collision an unexpected discovery suggests more to the case than meets the eye.
At the site of a tragic road traffic collision an unexpected discovery suggests more to the case than meets the eye.
No.
At the site of a tragic road traffic collision an unexpected discovery suggests more to the case than meets the eye.
3
3
No.
3
Title
"Not Dead Yet"
Directed by
William Sinclair
Written by
Ben Court & Caroline Ip
Original release date
2 April 2023 (2023-04-02)
UK viewers
(millions)
6 ( )
The team splits to investigate a shocking attack on the music scene and a gruesome discovery on a pig farm.
The team splits to investigate a shocking attack on the music scene and a gruesome discovery on a pig farm.
No.
The team splits to investigate a shocking attack on the music scene and a gruesome discovery on a pig farm.
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers (millions) | |
| 1 | "Dead Like You" | Camilla Stroem Henriksen | Ben Court & Caroline Ip | 19 March 2023 (2023-03-19) | 6 ( ) | |
| A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party along with the return of Cassian Pewe forces Grace into a difficult position. | ||||||
| 2 | "Dead Man's Grip" | Isher Sahota | Ed Whitmore | 26 March 2023 (2023-03-26) | 6 ( ) | |
| At the site of a tragic road traffic collision an unexpected discovery suggests more to the case than meets the eye. | ||||||
| 3 | "Not Dead Yet" | William Sinclair | Ben Court & Caroline Ip | 2 April 2023 (2023-04-02) | 6 ( ) | |
| The team splits to investigate a shocking attack on the music scene and a gruesome discovery on a pig farm. | ||||||
· Episodes › Series 4 (2024)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Dead Man's Time"
Directed by
Brian Kelly
Written by
Ed Whitmore
Original release date
2 July 2024 (2024-07-02) (United States)
1 September 2024 (2024-09-01) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers
(millions)
5
A brutal robbery at a secluded Brighton house pulls Grace and Branson into a challenging enquiry when thousands of pounds worth of beautiful antiques are stolen and the owner is left fighting for her life. The prime target, however, appears to have been an item of great sentimental value to the homeowner and her brother, a renowned antiques dealer.
A brutal robbery at a secluded Brighton house pulls Grace and Branson into a challenging enquiry when thousands of pounds worth of beautiful antiques are stolen and the owner is left fighting for her life. The prime target, however, appears to have been an item of great sentimental value to the homeowner and her brother, a renowned antiques dealer.
No.
A brutal robbery at a secluded Brighton house pulls Grace and Branson into a challenging enquiry when thousands of pounds worth of beautiful antiques are stolen and the owner is left fighting for her life. The prime target, however, appears to have been an item of great sentimental value to the homeowner and her brother, a renowned antiques dealer.
2
2
No.
2
Title
"Want You Dead"
Directed by
Bille Eltringham
Written by
Ben Court & Caroline Ip
Original release date
9 July 2024 (2024-07-09) (United States)
8 September 2024 (2024-09-08) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers
(millions)
5
Grace’s team investigates a case where nothing is ever as it first appears. When an unidentified murder victim is found left out in the open Sussex countryside in curious circumstances, the post-mortem reveals more questions than it does answers. As Grace works to identify the body, hoping this might provide some crucial clue as to the killer’s mot
Grace’s team investigates a case where nothing is ever as it first appears. When an unidentified murder victim is found left out in the open Sussex countryside in curious circumstances, the post-mortem reveals more questions than it does answers. As Grace works to identify the body, hoping this might provide some crucial clue as to the killer’s mot
No.
Grace’s team investigates a case where nothing is ever as it first appears. When an unidentified murder victim is found left out in the open Sussex countryside in curious circumstances, the post-mortem reveals more questions than it does answers. As Grace works to identify the body, hoping this might provide some crucial clue as to the killer’s mot
3
3
No.
3
Title
"You Are Dead"
Directed by
Dan Zeff
Written by
Tony Marchant
Original release date
16 July 2024 (2024-07-16) (United States)
15 September 2024 (2024-09-15) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers
(millions)
4
Grace and Branson are thrown into what is possibly their most disturbing and high-profile case yet, when workmen digging up a path by Hove Lagoon unearth a dark secret that was meant to stay buried for good. Meanwhile, across the city, what appears to be an isolated missing persons incident, soon becomes an investigation bigger than Grace could eve
Grace and Branson are thrown into what is possibly their most disturbing and high-profile case yet, when workmen digging up a path by Hove Lagoon unearth a dark secret that was meant to stay buried for good. Meanwhile, across the city, what appears to be an isolated missing persons incident, soon becomes an investigation bigger than Grace could eve
No.
Grace and Branson are thrown into what is possibly their most disturbing and high-profile case yet, when workmen digging up a path by Hove Lagoon unearth a dark secret that was meant to stay buried for good. Meanwhile, across the city, what appears to be an isolated missing persons incident, soon becomes an investigation bigger than Grace could eve
4
4
No.
4
Title
"Love You Dead"
Directed by
Kate Saxon
Written by
Jess Williams
Original release date
23 July 2024 (2024-07-23) (United States)
22 September 2024 (2024-09-22) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers
(millions)
5
A Brighton burglar is found dead in his car. His wife claims he reformed, but evidence suggests he was breaking and entering when killed. Grace's team investigates while Roy aids US police tracing a woman from Brighton tied to a mafia hit.
A Brighton burglar is found dead in his car. His wife claims he reformed, but evidence suggests he was breaking and entering when killed. Grace's team investigates while Roy aids US police tracing a woman from Brighton tied to a mafia hit.
No.
A Brighton burglar is found dead in his car. His wife claims he reformed, but evidence suggests he was breaking and entering when killed. Grace's team investigates while Roy aids US police tracing a woman from Brighton tied to a mafia hit.
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers (millions) | |
| 1 | "Dead Man's Time" | Brian Kelly | Ed Whitmore | 2 July 2024 (2024-07-02) (United States) 1 September 2024 (2024-09-01) (United Kingdom) | 5 | |
| A brutal robbery at a secluded Brighton house pulls Grace and Branson into a challenging enquiry when thousands of pounds worth of beautiful antiques are stolen and the owner is left fighting for her life. The prime target, however, appears to have been an item of great sentimental value to the homeowner and her brother, a renowned antiques dealer. | ||||||
| 2 | "Want You Dead" | Bille Eltringham | Ben Court & Caroline Ip | 9 July 2024 (2024-07-09) (United States) 8 September 2024 (2024-09-08) (United Kingdom) | 5 | |
| Grace’s team investigates a case where nothing is ever as it first appears. When an unidentified murder victim is found left out in the open Sussex countryside in curious circumstances, the post-mortem reveals more questions than it does answers. As Grace works to identify the body, hoping this might provide some crucial clue as to the killer’s mot | ||||||
| 3 | "You Are Dead" | Dan Zeff | Tony Marchant | 16 July 2024 (2024-07-16) (United States) 15 September 2024 (2024-09-15) (United Kingdom) | 4 | |
| Grace and Branson are thrown into what is possibly their most disturbing and high-profile case yet, when workmen digging up a path by Hove Lagoon unearth a dark secret that was meant to stay buried for good. Meanwhile, across the city, what appears to be an isolated missing persons incident, soon becomes an investigation bigger than Grace could eve | ||||||
| 4 | "Love You Dead" | Kate Saxon | Jess Williams | 23 July 2024 (2024-07-23) (United States) 22 September 2024 (2024-09-22) (United Kingdom) | 5 | |
| A Brighton burglar is found dead in his car. His wife claims he reformed, but evidence suggests he was breaking and entering when killed. Grace's team investigates while Roy aids US police tracing a woman from Brighton tied to a mafia hit. | ||||||
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