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 7.2m 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.
Infobox
Genre
Crime drama
Based on
Roy Graceby Peter James
Written by
Russell Lewis
Directed by
mw- John Alexander Julia Ford
Starring
John Simm Richie Campbell Rakie Ayola Laura Elphinstone Amaka Okafor Brad Morrison Craig Parkinson Adrian Rawlins
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Original language
English
No. of series
5
No. of episodes
16
Executive producers
Andrew O'Connor Paul Sandler Patrick Schweitzer Russell Lewis Peter James
Producer
Kiaran Murray-Smith
Running time
90 minutes
Production companies
Second Act ProductionsTall Story PicturesVaudeville 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)
| 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) | |
· Episodes › Series 1 (2021)
1
1
No.
1
Title
".mw- } }Dead Simple"
Directed by
John Alexander
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
14 March 2021 (2021-03-14)
UK viewers(millions)
7.27(#5)
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 friend and business partner.
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 friend and business partner.
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 friend and business partner.
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)
4.91 (#8)
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 him not to go to the police, or his family will suffer.
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 him not to go to the police, or his family will suffer.
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 him not to go to the police, or his family will suffer.
| 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) | 7.27(#5) | |
| 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 friend and business partner. | ||||||
| 2 | "Looking Good Dead" | Julia Ford | Russell Lewis | 4 May 2021 (2021-05-04) (United States) 24 April 2022 (2022-04-24) (United Kingdom) | 4.91 (#8) | |
| 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 him not to go to the police, or his family will suffer. | ||||||
· Episodes › Series 2 (2022)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Not Dead Enough"
Directed by
Brian Kelly
Written by
Russell Lewis
Original release date
1 May 2022 (2022-05-01)
UK viewers(millions)
5.06 (#4)
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 with new forensic pathologist, Cleo Moray (Zoe Tapper), but their relationship gets off to a bumpy start when she becomes the latest target of a hitman following every moment of Grace and his team. Could Kit Bishop be connected? And if so, will Grace manage to stop him before he commits any further crimes?
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 with new forensic pathologist, Cleo Moray (Zoe Tapper), but their relationship gets off to a bumpy start when she becomes the latest target of a hitman following every moment of Grace and his team. Could Kit Bishop be connected? And if so, will Grace manage to stop him before he commits any further crimes?
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 with new forensic pathologist, Cleo Moray (Zoe Tapper), but their relationship gets off to a bumpy start when she becomes the latest target of a hitman following every moment of Grace and his team. Could Kit Bishop be connected? And if so, will Grace manage to stop him before he commits any further crimes?
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)
5.12 (#3)
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 about re-opening the investigation into the disappearance of Grace's wife. As the two come to loggerheads, it soon becomes a battle of wills as old enemies must unite to save Abby Morton (Katie Clarkson-Hill) and her elderly mother from those desperate to recover a sheet of priceless stamps.
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 about re-opening the investigation into the disappearance of Grace's wife. As the two come to loggerheads, it soon becomes a battle of wills as old enemies must unite to save Abby Morton (Katie Clarkson-Hill) and her elderly mother from those desperate to recover a sheet of priceless stamps.
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 about re-opening the investigation into the disappearance of Grace's wife. As the two come to loggerheads, it soon becomes a battle of wills as old enemies must unite to save Abby Morton (Katie Clarkson-Hill) and her elderly mother from those desperate to recover a sheet of priceless stamps.
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)
5.03 (#6)
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 disappearance of a local fishing trawler used in the dredging proves to be a vital clue in cracking the case. Privately, things appear to be going well for Grace, until he receives a call from a former colleague who claims to have information that appears to suggest that Sandy may still be alive.
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 disappearance of a local fishing trawler used in the dredging proves to be a vital clue in cracking the case. Privately, things appear to be going well for Grace, until he receives a call from a former colleague who claims to have information that appears to suggest that Sandy may still be alive.
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 disappearance of a local fishing trawler used in the dredging proves to be a vital clue in cracking the case. Privately, things appear to be going well for Grace, until he receives a call from a former colleague who claims to have information that appears to suggest that Sandy may still be alive.
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers(millions) | |
| 1 | "Not Dead Enough" | Brian Kelly | Russell Lewis | 1 May 2022 (2022-05-01) | 5.06 (#4) | |
| 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 with new forensic pathologist, Cleo Moray (Zoe Tapper), but their relationship gets off to a bumpy start when she becomes the latest target of a hitman following every moment of Grace and his team. Could Kit Bishop be connected? And if so, will Grace manage to stop him before he commits any further crimes? | ||||||
| 2 | "Dead Man's Footsteps" | Brian Kelly | Russell Lewis | 8 May 2022 (2022-05-08) | 5.12 (#3) | |
| 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 about re-opening the investigation into the disappearance of Grace's wife. As the two come to loggerheads, it soon becomes a battle of wills as old enemies must unite to save Abby Morton (Katie Clarkson-Hill) and her elderly mother from those desperate to recover a sheet of priceless stamps. | ||||||
| 3 | "Dead Tomorrow" | Kate Saxon | Russell Lewis | 22 May 2022 (2022-05-22) | 5.03 (#6) | |
| 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 disappearance of a local fishing trawler used in the dredging proves to be a vital clue in cracking the case. Privately, things appear to be going well for Grace, until he receives a call from a former colleague who claims to have information that appears to suggest that Sandy may still be alive. | ||||||
· Episodes › Series 3 (2023)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Dead Like You"
Directed by
John Alexander
Written by
Ben Court & Caroline Ip
Original release date
19 March 2023 (2023-03-19)
UK viewers(millions)
5.63 (#4)
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party forces Grace into a difficult position.
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party forces Grace into a difficult position.
No.
A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party 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)
5.77 (#4)
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)
5.38 (#4)
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" | John Alexander | Ben Court & Caroline Ip | 19 March 2023 (2023-03-19) | 5.63 (#4) | |
| A chilling event at the Royal Edward Hotel on the night of ACC Vosper's leaving party forces Grace into a difficult position. | ||||||
| 2 | "Dead Man's Grip" | Isher Sahota | Ed Whitmore | 26 March 2023 (2023-03-26) | 5.77 (#4) | |
| 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) | 5.38 (#4) | |
| 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)
4.18
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)
4.21
3
3
No.
3
Title
"You Are Dead"
Directed by
Dan Zeff
Written by
Tony Marchant & Russell Lewis
Original release date
16 July 2024 (2024-07-16) (United States) 15 September 2024 (2024-09-15) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers(millions)
4.01
4
4
No.
4
Title
"Love You Dead"
Directed by
Kate Saxon
Written by
Russell Lewis & Jess Williams
Original release date
23 July 2024 (2024-07-23) (United States) 22 September 2024 (2024-09-22) (United Kingdom)
UK viewers(millions)
4.26
| 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) | 4.18 |
| 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) | 4.21 |
| 3 | "You Are Dead" | Dan Zeff | Tony Marchant & Russell Lewis | 16 July 2024 (2024-07-16) (United States) 15 September 2024 (2024-09-15) (United Kingdom) | 4.01 |
| 4 | "Love You Dead" | Kate Saxon | Russell Lewis & Jess Williams | 23 July 2024 (2024-07-23) (United States) 22 September 2024 (2024-09-22) (United Kingdom) | 4.26 |
· Episodes › Series 5 (2025)
1
1
No.
1
Title
"Dead If You Don’t"
Directed by
Jon Jones
Written by
Jess Williams
Original release date
6 April 2025 (2025-04-06)
UK viewers(millions)
4.81
2
2
No.
2
Title
"Dead At First Sight"
Directed by
Jon East
Written by
Guy Burt
Original release date
13 April 2025 (2025-04-13)
UK viewers(millions)
5.10
3
3
No.
3
Title
"Need You Dead"
Directed by
Nirpal Bhogal
Written by
Caroline Catver
Original release date
20 April 2025 (2025-04-20)
UK viewers(millions)
5.13
4
4
No.
4
Title
"Find Them Dead"
Directed by
Imogen Murphy
Written by
Ed Whitmore
Original release date
27 April 2025 (2025-04-27)
UK viewers(millions)
4.89
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | UK viewers(millions) |
| 1 | "Dead If You Don’t" | Jon Jones | Jess Williams | 6 April 2025 (2025-04-06) | 4.81 |
| 2 | "Dead At First Sight" | Jon East | Guy Burt | 13 April 2025 (2025-04-13) | 5.10 |
| 3 | "Need You Dead" | Nirpal Bhogal | Caroline Catver | 20 April 2025 (2025-04-20) | 5.13 |
| 4 | "Find Them Dead" | Imogen Murphy | Ed Whitmore | 27 April 2025 (2025-04-27) | 4.89 |
Home media releases for Grace · Home media
1
1
Season
1
Region 2
—
Region 4
31 August 2022
1–2
1–2
Season
1–2
Region 2
30 May 2022
Region 4
—
| Season | Region 2 | Region 4 |
| 1 | — | 31 August 2022 |
| 1–2 | 30 May 2022 | — |
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