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Ellis

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  • 2024–
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Sharon D. Clarke in Ellis (2024)
Inspector Ellis and DS Harper, her partner, arrive at police stations to solve murder cases. Despite being overlooked as a Black woman, Ellis is a determined detective driven by a quest for justice and compassion.
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DCI Ellis and DS Harper arrive at police stations to solve murder cases. Despite being overlooked, Ellis is a determined detective driven by a quest for justice and compassion.DCI Ellis and DS Harper arrive at police stations to solve murder cases. Despite being overlooked, Ellis is a determined detective driven by a quest for justice and compassion.DCI Ellis and DS Harper arrive at police stations to solve murder cases. Despite being overlooked, Ellis is a determined detective driven by a quest for justice and compassion.

  • Creators
    • Paul Logue
    • Sian Martin
  • Stars
    • Sharon D. Clarke
    • Andrew Gower
    • Allison Harding
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    • Creators
      • Paul Logue
      • Sian Martin
    • Stars
      • Sharon D. Clarke
      • Andrew Gower
      • Allison Harding
    • 45User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
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    Sharon D. Clarke
    Sharon D. Clarke
    • DCI Ellis
    • 2024
    Andrew Gower
    Andrew Gower
    • DS Chet Harper
    • 2024
    Allison Harding
    Allison Harding
    • ACC Alison Leighton
    • 2024
    Josh Bolt
    Josh Bolt
    • DS Archie Dent
    • 2024
    Wayne Foskett
    Wayne Foskett
    • Michael Edwards
    • 2024
    Sam Marks
    Sam Marks
    • DI Jamie Morrison
    • 2024
    Tom McKay
    Tom McKay
    • Eric Mercer
    • 2024
    Amanda Drew
    Amanda Drew
    • DCI Cotton
    • 2024
    Aoibheann McCann
    Aoibheann McCann
    • DC Leah Thompson
    • 2024
    Rina Mahoney
    Rina Mahoney
    • Lydia Green
    • 2024
    William Travis
    William Travis
    • Sergeant Frank Landry
    • 2024
    Barry O'Connor
    • Peter Kelly
    • 2024
    Chris Reilly
    Chris Reilly
    • DCI Jim Belmont
    • 2024
    Charlie de Melo
    • Leo Braxton
    • 2024
    Stephanie Levi-John
    Stephanie Levi-John
    • Naomi McKeith
    • 2024
    Catherine Walker
    Catherine Walker
    • Louise Edwards
    • 2024
    Michael Simkins
    Michael Simkins
    • Gerry Rees-Mortimer
    • 2024
    Kirsten Foster
    Kirsten Foster
    • CSI Christine Bennet
    • 2024
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      • Sian Martin
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    8jujumuff65

    Pleasant Surprise

    I'd like to say this is the original good cop/bad cop series, but it's not. On initial viewing, I didn't find this series particularly attention grabbing. With further viewing, Ellis did began to grow on me. Ellis and Harper do make a good team. Ellis seems a bit too hard-nosed, but eventually warms up to become much more likable. Harper, played by the ever quirky Andrew Gower, definitely makes this a show worth watching. Since first seeing him on Murdoch Mysteries, playing Sherlock Holmes in the oddest way possible, his talent has never ceased to amaze. Give this series a chance. You will enjoy.
    8Sara_Tor

    Good mystery

    A nice way to spend an evening. The main character, DCI Ellis doesn't suffer fools gladly, but she can also be empathetic; she's also enigmatic and has some past baggage that is slowly revealed while she solves mysteries around the country. Since every episode takes place in a new town, the audience gets to meet a fresh cast and setting - usually one where the motivations or competence of the local force are in question. The mysteries are intriguing and I like the cinematography, it really draws you in.

    It's funny that other commentators are upset by literally 2 minutes of an hour and half show - but one that's actually nuanced and balanced.
    7connorundrumme

    It's decent, after two episodes.

    Its kind of pathetic that people will take a couple of small instances of something they don't appreciate (no handshaking) after one single broadcast episode, and exaggerate and extrapolate that into an entirely false persona. Early reviewers were just cribbing each other's words to beat the drum of "wooden," "wooden," "dull," "dull." So lame! The acting for the Ellis character is just fine, as is much of the other acting in this production, though not all.

    The main character is black and middle-aged, is serious, direct and plain-spoken, is practical, asks for exactly what is called for, is very capable, and it seems like maybe the first two characteristics might be the main problem for some individuals... is she supposed to be deferential, congenial, giggly and tap-dancing? She's thoughtful and compassionate in her interviews, jokes around in a very low-key manner with her colleagues, smiles when significant progress is made in the investigation, and expresses gratitude. Is the problem that she's not a total suck-up?

    At first, she has an overly needy colleague who is petulant, and a bit desperate for social connection. I don't think the main character is the issue, here. Some people aren't interested in fluffy getting-to-know-you stuff, and it certainly doesn't influence the outcome of an investigation, nor does pointless over-sharing of every thought, as if everything needs to be a collaboration. This relationship evens out to be more functionally cooperative.

    The main boss-dude on home turf is overly defensive, territorial, jealous, and he's both sexist and racist, while under-performing at his job. It hardly seems unusual, and looks to be a fairly realistic portrayal. The main character wastes no time at all trying to get him on side, or bothering to aim to correct his wrongheadedness. What would be the point? He's totally shut down and thoroughly unfriendly, and depicted as spending too much of his time being undermining, gossipy, and angry, while taking sloppy shortcuts.

    In Ep 2, the out-of-town boss and his toadie are even more off-putting! Much of the episode shines a harsh light on the injustices women suffer both in the workplace and as community members affected by crimes. The investigation is intriguing, if a bit sloppily presented.

    In the 2nd Ep, Ellis' tone has somewhat changed, and not for the better. Although, the reasons are pretty clear: being accused of something one isn't guilty of, being treated with smarmy insincerity and false cooperation, being manipulated, lied to, and obstructed. There's no reason to be 'friendly' under the above circumstances.

    Still solidly average and watchable.
    9jacobniiarmaharyee

    Refreshing and not overly dramatic

    We are used to many police shows but this one is quite different. From the first episode, this series shows how issues in the police force (racism, sexism and bullying etc) plays out. I find it very telling by some of the other reviews but as a POC I believe this series has great potential. Yes it is not overly acted and could need a bit more in terms of drama but I was glued to my screen ( laptop and then finished it off now ). The first episode does have some twists but nothing overly major. People's discomfort with racism in the episode is quite funny because such things whiles they happen regularly, make others uncomfortable. I find it touched many subjects and subsequent episodes will hopefully look at other issues. I'm extremely excited about episode 2 and fingers crossed it gets better.
    8Sleepin_Dragon

    A quality series.

    DCI Ellis is teamed up with DS Harper to investigate failing Police operations, after a frosty introduction, the pair discover a common ground, and prove to be a formidable force.

    We all know what Channel Five dramas can be like, from the torture of Anne Boleyn, to the high quality of Dalgliesh, so you can be forgiven for having moderate expectations. This is one of the channel's best offerings.

    Will we ever get shows as good as Endeavour, Morse, Vera, Foyle's War etc, the hunt goes on, Ellis isn't on those levels, but it's still a quality drama. I can see this running for some time.

    Sharon D Clarke is excellent as the title character, she possesses a lot of presence and charisma, I adore her delivery. Harper grew on me as time went on, the pair work so well together.

    Channel Five, just one suggestion, move it to a Sunday night, as this is perfect Sunday evening viewing.

    8/10.

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    • Release date
      • October 31, 2024 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
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      • South Eastern Regional College, Bangor, Co Down, Northern Ireland(Indoor)
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