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I have fond memories of the original with the gorgeous John Nettles (before he moved to Midsomer), so there is always a bit of anxiety regarding a remake. However, this Bergerac, with the mesmerising Damien Moloney is a different deal altogether. The general feel is much darker and less of a glossy travelogue for Jersey. Making Charlie into mother in law instead of father in law also works well and gives an interesting layered relationship. Philip Glenister is, as always, terrific, he exudes menace in a solid performance, showing the dark side of the super rich and the corruption they take for granted. (Then again, I have never seen a bad performance from him!)

Have just binged this and can't wait for the next season!

The first few seasons were terrific, well cast and beautiful to watch. However things deteriorated with Olivia Coleman portraying the Queen as dull and unfeeling, then Gillian Anderson (who is usually so good) giving a truly dreadful performance of Mrs Thatcher, aging her by 30 years!

Other good points were Helena Bonham Carter as the totally glamorous Princess Margaret and Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip

The final season was so boring that I fell asleep a few times, and the ghost scenes were absolute nonsense! They should have stopped while they were ahead. A pity to finish a previously good programme like this.

Oh my goodness, what a treat!

After 5 minutes I was totally enthralled and in love with the adorable Gamache. Beautifully filmed and performed. How lovely to have characters with real believable depth.

The story has multiple layers which evolve over time which enthrall the imagination. It reminded me of the wonderful Cardinal which also absorbed me totally.

So pleased to have found another wonderful detective to love. (and the relationship with his wife is just perfect!

Having come to the end of the series, I feel desolate that it has finished. Please let there be another!!!

In the meantime I shall start reading the books!