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This is a good show, it builds slowly but has a thread running through it that holds your attention well. I'm just disappointed that only four episodes have been released so far as it left a huge cliff hanger, just when we were getting the answers we needed. Nice range of established NZ actors and new comers too. The scenery of New Zealand's South Island is just exquisite, it becomes another character in the show. I like the 90 minutes episode format, it gives a lot of time to build for the storyline of the episode and the running thread. I will look out for the next lot of episodes to be released.

A good ongoing mystery (terrible title) but the mystery wasn't resolved. I was waiting for another episode to see who killed Maja. Harry (who seemed to be dating Veronica) was definitely a bad guy, but what did he do? He's obviously up to no good, but he disappeared in the end and we see Maja in the enclosure supposedly dead. What exactly happened? Who killed her? Was it her husband or Harry or the guy who killed the man who killed Anais' father and sister? Too many bad guys to keep track of. I was very confused. If this was supposed to be cliffhanger it was not a very good one. I keep checking to see if another episode will show up.

Love my NZ, Aussie and British murder mysteries. This was one is very promising, but there are a lot of disjointed issues. It feels like some departments got a better budget than others. The cinematography/scenery/drone department got the best budget as the vistas are gorgeous. The fact that the name of the Remarkable Mountain Range is in the title this makes sense. But other departments such as costumes, script writing, directing, and sets did not.

Script: show is episodic and serialized. Great! The detectives solve one murder per episode, but we have to deal with murder of protagonist's father and sister, which one is not resolved in last episode. This show wanted to be serious (One Lane Bridge, Toppo) but also quirky/funny (Brokenwood, My life is Murder) which is OK with me (don't enjoy One Lane Bridge) but it is done heavy-handily. The quirky character is usually the coroner or a nosey relative/friend, but here they loaded all the shows quirkiness on the poor youngest detective. Kudos to the actor who plays him and puts up with it.

Relationship between mother and main detective drove me crazy. If any viewer made a drinking game of how many times Anais went to her mom's house to make up with her or get help with the cases and got slammed out they would be sloshed. None of these scenes moved the plot forward or made any sense.

The details of the car accidents (both the first murder and detective's sister) and helicopter are played out forever in the first 3 episodes, but the finale was literally the last 10 minutes of episode 4. It happened so quickly I had to rewind to make sure i hadn't missed anything.

Anyway an OK way to see Queenstown and NZ outside a documentary compared to other murder mysteries, but not a top notch show.

I enjoyed the first episode very much. The New Zealand scenery is a huge bonus and the South Island of such great beauty, it adds to the atmosphere. I enjoy seeing different actors rather than the UK and USA actors I so often watch. I have seen Ms. Gibney in other series and she is always a great addition . There was a mystery to solve but also an ongoing one that will tie things and people to the plot line. And no car chases at least not yet. I certainly will continue with season one as it becomes available and hope for more. Chelsie Preston Crawford is most convincing in the role of Anais Mallory.

I loved the slow build. People want everything served up in a neat, fast package. The real goal is to enjoy the storytelling and the journey to the end. I can't wait for episode 2. Hopefully there will be more than 4 episodes.

The scenery was amazing as well. Definitely added to the story. Acting was good at all levels. I don't believe there was a supporting character that wasn't believable . Which sadly isn't the case with a lot of shows anymore. Usually there's an actor that's cringe worthy or they've built an absurd character into the show on purpose. Either way it distracts from the show and that wasn't the case here.

Each episode solves a crime, but throughout we are teased with the question of who and what was behind the younger sister's death. And there is mystery about the mother's unwillingness to say what she knows.

The individual crimes are handled adequately, but the overarching mystery of who and why are suddenly dumped upon us at the very end of episode 4, leaving the viewer tempted to rewind to see whether some point zipped by unnoticed.

The series itself is ok, but not exactly gripping, and the emotional exchanges between characters are pretty low key. A second series would be more worthwhile if the humanity of participants were cranked up. As things stand, the outstanding part of this series is the spectacular scenery of New Zealand in the mountains of the South.

I am always looking for a new show that holds my attention and makes me want more when I'm up to date on my watching, and was delighted to find this show. So many times, I watch two or three episodes and I'm bored. That didn't happen with this show. The New Zealand landscape is breathtaking. The characters are well filled out. This show fits the bill. Spectacular cast and very good story line. Hopefully many more seasons to come. I think they have a winner here. Chelsie Preston Crayford was unknown to me, and she is really spectacular in this role. Matt Whelan is great as her partner. There's not a character on this show that was poorly cast. Thank you for this.

I agree with most of the comments regarding Anais. In addition though, the number of leads that continue to make it look like this small tourist town has a minuscule network of criminals that do all sorts of crime and they all surround the Mallory family. The only criminal activity that wasn't tied to her family was the hostel owner doing the dirty tapes.

But, like I said - it draws you in. And then leaves you hanging over the cliff because there appears to be no episode 5 to tie things up.

Why there is no conclusion to this story line is baffling. Somewhere there has to be someone in charge that can finish this project.

Thank you Acorn TV for another wonderful mystery series. I'm picky about mystery series. If I can figure out who-done-it in the first five minutes, I'll lose interest fast. This series is wonderful since it solves a mystery with each episode, but has an ongoing additional mystery that flows throughout the season.

I really like all of the main characters and they're portrayed as normal human beings with admiral qualities and flaws. Constable Jarrod's character adds a touch of humor and sympathy with his bumbling and inexperience. Jarrod's character reminds me of Sgt. Troy from Midsomer Murders.

The main thing I would change about this show is the elimination of the "F" bomb from all the scripts. It's completely unnecessary and far too reminiscent of the garbage Hollywood slops to the public. Certainly Acorn TV is miles above that. What's the point of walking in the gutter if you don't have to. I would also make the fight scenes a touch more realistic for the main character, but this is a small item.

Good stories, nice twists and turns, great character development, beautiful scenery, and surprising who-done-its, plus good acting. This is what good television is meant to be. Thanks Acorn!

Four episodes with a cliff hanger who dunnit? How do actors in NZ make a living with only four episodes per year?

Anais is a great and strong but vulnerable woman who has relationship issues. Is her mom in danger?

I'd like to see the language dialed back some. Maybe one fbomb per episode. Make it PG13 or 16+. I cannot imagine this sleepy town in New Zealand to be so riddled with murder but that's they it is with TV is it not?

How does a police detective transfer from Australia to New Zealand because I cannot imagine such a thing happening. The financial situation would be mind boggling to say the least. Does this happen in real life?

We're enjoying the show very much. The lead characters build and fall into jovial, professional and sometimes quirky relationships. Two mysteries build. One quickly, one long term. It has a thread running through it that holds your attention well. AcornTV only has the first two episodes available. We need the other two. Nice range of established NZ actors from 800 Words, Under the Vines, Brokenwood, and My Life is Murder. New Zealand's South Island is just exquisite, it becomes another character in the show. I like the 90 minutes episode format, it gives a lot of time to build for the storyline of the episode and the running thread. I will look out for the next lot of episodes to be released.

Wanted to love but for me the Anias character is unbearable in how she conducts herself as a police officer, a daughter and a friend. Making detectives unstable and law breaking seems like the only formula writers follow anymore and I find it exhausting. The mysteries are great, but the unrealistic behavior of the main character ruins the show again and again for me. Of course this is only my opinion, and others probably love the over done drama. Just want to say New Zealand is breathtaking! The supporting characters are great I just hope Anais got a good therapist after the show. One of the best things about New Zealand tv ids the use of indigenous peoples.

This series was an absolute delight from start to finish, offering a captivating storyline that kept me thoroughly engaged throughout. The exceptional performances delivered by the cast were nothing short of extraordinary, bringing depth and authenticity to each character in ways that truly resonated with viewers like myself. While the final episode took some creative risks, it showcased the show's boldness and willingness to leave a lasting impression on its audience. Though certain plotlines remained open-ended, this approach added an intriguing layer of mystery and invited fans to reflect on the characters' journeys long after the credits rolled. It's clear that every detail was crafted with care, as evidenced by the breathtaking scenery that elevated key moments within the narrative. Additionally, the undeniable talent of the actors shone brightly, leaving no doubt about their ability to immerse us fully into the world of the series. Overall, this experience has been incredibly rewarding, reminding me why I fell in love with storytelling in the first place-it's not just about resolutions but also about sparking imagination and connection through artistry.

I really enjoyed this show for the most part. My biggest complaint is they make Mallory into an idiot. She makes choices, and And says things that only make her look incompetent. She loses her temper constantly. And she is obsessive about things that make her again look like a bad cop and that she has no business on this case.

The scenery is unbelievably beautiful. And it truly makes me want to go to New Zealand. All the other actors are great. I've seen them multiple times from the series the Brokenwood mysteries.

Everyone else is excellent. I think if the show gets a second season and the crime is not personal then Mallory could be a better character.

I truly enjoy the story and the scenic beauty. The first 3 episodes were great... I am waiting for the last episode to hopefully tie up the ends of the story. The characters are rich, and the location is great. It encourages made it to explore the history of the regions and to understand what was going on there as well as in my own country, I appreciate seeing law-enforcement in other countries and how they handle crimes . I have family that lived in Sydney Australia, and this makes me want to visit and see New Zealand. The beauty there in some of the scenes is spectacular, and I would hope that some of the stories about its history would continue.

This one starts out slow but by the end of the second episode, it is starting to get more interesting. There are some obvious dynamics going on that the characters have history with one another before Anais returns to Queenstown particularly between her and the mother. Ah, the mother played by Rebecca Gibney is a very unlikable person who obviously knows more about her husband and daughter's deaths but somehow resents her living daughter and blames her vicariously for whatever happened. And her continued relationship with the ex-fiancé is just bizarre. Very suspicious.

The show is obviously filmed in the same area as One Lane Bridge as they drive over the bridge several times but it is a very different and beautiful place and the scenery adds to the show and it's character. Anais does change pretty dramatically as the show progresses and she becomes very obsessed with her sister and father to the point of being unpopular with the rest of the force and certainly any man who might be interested in a relationship.

The actors are a bit different than most NZ/AUSSIE productions as they are more American style babes and beef cakes than the more traditional ones in serious productions.

This series is extremely slow to catch on to and the beginning of it hard to get the plot line. First of all, it's surprising that Queenstown has so many murders in just a small town in the middle of New Zealand. Then its obvious what the overall plot line is in the second episode and the third is finally a good well worth watching whole episode. The final episode ties up some of the very very loose ends and is quite gripping in places but spoiled at the very end when there is really no completion and "sewing up" of the overall plot. Also no aftermath, no real cliffhanger to lead on to another series. Not a complete waste of time if nothing else to do but not one to watch if you want real drama and plot line like I think only the Brits and Aussies can do.

Where to begin!?! That's actually a more compelling mystery than what is presented in the show. I had high hopes for the series given how much I enjoyed The Tourist as well as how much I continue to enjoy Brokenwood Mysteries. But both those shows have something that ARPTD does not, engaging characters and sharply written dialogue. What it does have is trite casting (the dim co-worker , a proposed love triangle (with the requisite "why can't she see me" co-worker), thinly drawn characters assigned to deliver obviously "suspicious" behavior and dull, and I do mean DULL dialogue. One of the major disappointments is the lead character who is an accomplished detective who can't maintain her composure (or who lacks the ability to compartmentalize her feelings during an investigation) and slaps her co-worker. Instead of strong female lead, the writers have given us the tired and trite message "women get too emotional and need to stay home raising the kids". Really?!? The show lacks any pacing that would build any excitement or tension to support a plot. If it had a plot. I've seen better dram from an episode of Judge Judy that anything from ARPTD. The only reason this got a 3 is that I find the Simon character the only redeeming one out of the bunch. Otherwise this unremarkable in every other way.

So what happened in the last 3 minutes of the final episode? Did they run out of budget for screenwriters? If there is to be a second season why did they just chop off this one so abruptly?

And why is Anais such a self-centered unlikable person? And what do either of her love interests see in such a spoiled unpleasant person? Surly she couldn't be such a pain to be around at her previous job, otherwise how would she get this one.

Queenstown is beautiful, but scenery doesn't make up for incoherent plotting, pedestrian dialog and poor acting. Maybe next season there will be more money in the budget to hire better writers who know how to develop characters.

I had high hopes but sadly, all hope is gone with the first episode. The same wooden acting that has become the norm these days. Not a hint of emotion, no facial expressions, same hollow unrealistic script.

The characters are what has also become the norm. The uniformed officers we meet, male is a bumbling idiot who seems to have learning disabilities as well as a haircut that would never be allowed for law enforcement anywhere. His partner, a woman who acts manly and is smart, professional and acts like she's babysitting her make partner. Why does the man always have to be portrayed like an idiot? Same with the other detective. He's portrayed as arrogant and hard to get along with. And of course our main character, Anais, will he portrayed as perfect.

We also have the boss of the police station, a woman of course.

The pathologist is conducting an autopsy like he's out for a beer with his buddies. This is so unrealistic and dumb. The forced and awkward flirting, the terrible acting makes for another dumb show with no purpose.

I agree with the previous reviews by @sooz6069 and @annedebolfo.

The trailer shown on Channel 9 looked exciting and intriguing, but sadly episode 1 turned out to be neither.

Can't help feeling I was duped into watching a diluted episode, which was merely a container for the requisite number of ad breaks. Not exactly a nail-biter...

What a fizzer! A treacle-slow watch, which caused me to nod off once or twice.

And like a previous reviewer, I was struck by the implausability of the scene where we watched part of an autopsy through a window.

Mind you, maybe we should be relieved it wasn't a window from the carpark - or the cafeteria!

Ep. 1 ended with a sudden bit of intrigue about someone else's death, which caused me to get a feeling of deja vu.

Namely, I'm reminded of the disparity between the trailer and the reality of episode 1. So I'll definitely proceed with caution.

I had great hopes for this series but having watched the first episode I am bored to tears. It is a very slow burner and is only redeemed by being shot in New Zealand which is stunning. I am not sure that I will carry on to the end as the episodes are spread out over several weeks and I have no doubt by then, I will literally have lost the plot. It is even hard to describe the banality of it to get the required characters for the review. Having said that, what I do know is that there are much better 'Whodunnits' streaming at the moment, that you can binge watch the whole series without waiting weeks to see the conclusion. I can't recommend this one.

Brokenwood with blood (and pointless swearing). The format is a murder per show, with an overarching story that all ties together at the end of the 4th ep. Well, sort of.

There's also some production weirdness. The scenic shots of the Remarkables mountain range alternate wildly between dusty summer and snowy winter, often within the same scene. Characters in the 4th ep complain about the cold ("bring your gloves") on what is clearly a warm spring day. One cop has a hairdo that wouldn't get through the door of a real police station.

And learn how to pronounce Anais, please. It's Ana ees, not the Greek male name Aeneas (uh nee us). Embarrassing that no one in the crew knew that. Still, a solid 4/10.

Nice scenery. In fact, amazing scenery. But. This storyline (as far as what I saw in episode 1 at least) has been done before in other, more interesting, New Zealand-based TV shows. For example, the one starring Elizabeth Moss. Top of the Lake maybe. Female returns to South Island town and uncovers a mystery while facing trauma from her past. At least Top of the Lake had really good acting and wasn't peppered with Maori words that nobody outside of New Zealand will understand. Heck, I'm from New Zealand and I didn't know some of them. And of course, as with everything these days, yet another show where the 'white' guy has to be the bad/annoying cop character.