Murder in Suburbia (2004)

Name: Murder in Suburbia
Rating: 7.5

Rating: 7.5

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2004-03-13

Last Air Date: 2005-08-15

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 12

Created By: Nick Collins

Networks: ITV1

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Top Cast

Caroline Catz as DI Kate Ashurst
Lisa Faulkner as DS Emma Scribbins
Jeremy Sheffield as DCI Sullivan
Glen Davies as PC Gallimore
Stuart Nurse as Dr Weatherall
Mickey Ambrose as Police Constable
Lynsey Baxter as Mary Soukis
Danny Webb as Gavin Webb
Edward Woodward as Reg
Phyllis Logan as Wendy

Seasons

Season 1 (2004)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Applejacks (2004-03-13)

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.
Ep. 2: Stag Night (2004-03-20)

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.
Ep. 3: Millionaire's Row (2004-03-27)

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.
Ep. 4: Sanctuary (2004-04-03)

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.
Ep. 5: A Good Deal of Attention (2004-04-10)

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.
Ep. 6: Noisy Neighbours (2004-04-17)

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.