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Murder in Suburbia

Murder in Suburbia

★ 7.5/10•2004•50m•12•Drama•Mystery•Crime
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Britain's smart, sassy detective duo.

Murder in Suburbia was a British detective drama that ran for two series in 2004 and 2005. Detective Inspector Kate Ashurst, a graduate of a posh girls' academy, has a sharp, analytical mind; her working-class partner, Detective Sergeant Emma Scribbins, relies on her instincts. Together this sassy, sexy investigative team uncovers the dark urges behind suburban Middleford's placid façade.

StatusEnded
Runtime50m
LanguageEN
First Air DateMar 13, 2004

Episodes

Episode 1 - ApplejacksE149m

Applejacks

DI Kate Ashurst and DS Emma Scribbins investigate the murder of a suburban woman whose seemingly ordinary life hides a web of secrets. As Ash and Scribbs dig deeper, they discover there was far more going on behind closed doors than anyone suspected.

Mar 13, 2004

Episode 2 - Stag NightE250m

Stag Night

When a co-owner of Middleford's private golf club is found dead following his stag party, Ash and Scribbs investigate a circle of suspects and uncover sexual intrigue, infighting and corruption behind the club's respectable façade.

Mar 20, 2004

Episode 3 - Millionaire's RowE350m

Millionaire's Row

A burned-out Mercedes containing a charred body leads Ash and Scribbs to Millionaire's Row, where their investigation uncovers secrets, jealousy and affairs among the wealthy residents.

Mar 27, 2004

Episode 4 - SanctuaryE450m

Sanctuary

Ash and Scribbs investigate the murder of a prominent supporter of Jungle Alert, a charity for African animals. As they delve into the seemingly respectable lives of the charity's wealthy donors, they uncover a web of secrets hidden behind their suburban façade.

Apr 3, 2004

Episode 5 - A Good Deal of AttentionE550m

A Good Deal of Attention

When a school secretary is killed in a hit-and-run, Ash and Scribbs discover her influence over admissions may have made her some dangerous enemies. Their investigation reveals just how far some people will go to secure a place at the sought-after school.

Apr 10, 2004

Episode 6 - Noisy NeighboursE650m

Noisy Neighbours

When notorious neighbour Bernard Lloyd is found bludgeoned to death with a hammer, DI Kate Ashurst and DS Emma Scribbins investigate the residents of Cherry Meadows, a quiet cul-de-sac where Bernard's nonstop DIY had made him plenty of enemies. With no shortage of irritated neighbours, Ash and Scribbs must determine who finally decided to silence him for good.

Apr 17, 2004

Actors

Caroline Catz

Caroline Catz

DI Kate Ashurst

Lisa Faulkner

DS Emma Scribbins

Jeremy Sheffield

Jeremy Sheffield

DCI Sullivan

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