The Killings at Badger's Drift
- Episode aired Jul 5, 1998
- TV-14
- 2h
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8.1/10
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An elderly woman is found dead in her own cottage and DCI Tom Barnaby is convinced the death is not a simple accident.An elderly woman is found dead in her own cottage and DCI Tom Barnaby is convinced the death is not a simple accident.An elderly woman is found dead in her own cottage and DCI Tom Barnaby is convinced the death is not a simple accident.
Renée Asherson
- Emily Simpson
- (as Renee Asherson)
Jessica Hynes
- Judith Lessiter
- (as Jessica Stevenson)
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- TriviaThe license plate on the undertaker's Porsche is RIP 1.
- GoofsWhen Troy is driving and nearly hits the cyclist, there is a shot of the interior of the car, and the speedometer needle doesn't move.
- Quotes
[Barnaby has just finished a phone conversation with Troy]
Joyce Barnaby: Was that Sergeant Troy just now?
D.C.I. Barnaby: Yes.
Joyce Barnaby: I'd like to meet him one day.
D.C.I. Barnaby: No, you wouldn't.
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Brilliant start, still one of the best 'Midsomer Murders' episodes
Nineteen years on from when it first started, 'Midsomer Murders' has always been a favourite and is never missed when it's on. Some episodes are better than others (for example, the show's stories did become silly and not as interesting once John Nettles left and Neil Dudgeon took over), but when the show was good, goodness wasn't it great.
"The Killings at Badgers Drift" was the episode that started it all back in 1997. As of now, it is still one of the best episodes of the show. John Nettles is superb as Barnaby, giving the role humour, intelligence and methodical thoughtfulness. Daniel Casey is a great contrasting partner as Troy, the two work wonders together. As does Jane Wymark, whose Joyce is strongly characterised with humour and sympathy. Laura Howard is good enough, as is Barry Jackson in the medical examiner role.
Of the strong supporting cast, Elizabeth Spriggs in particular has an absolute ball, with Richard Cant sharing a very entertaining rapport. Jonathan Firth, Julian Glover, Emily Mortimer and Selina Cadell fare strongly also.
It's an incredibly well-made episode, beautifully photographed with gorgeously idyllic scenery that contrasts very well with the grimness of the story. The music fits perfectly, and the theme tune one of the most memorable and instantly recognisable of the genre. The script is smart, thought-provoking and suitably grim, with even some nice humour (mainly revolved around Joyce's experimental cooking).
Regarding the mystery, it's one of the most compelling, complex and fun of all the episodes on 'Midsomer Murders', complete with a disturbing atmosphere. The Rainbirds' murders are unforgettably brutal, while the ending and final solution is one of the show's most shocking.
In summary, a brilliant start to an at its best terrific show. 10/10 Bethany Cox
"The Killings at Badgers Drift" was the episode that started it all back in 1997. As of now, it is still one of the best episodes of the show. John Nettles is superb as Barnaby, giving the role humour, intelligence and methodical thoughtfulness. Daniel Casey is a great contrasting partner as Troy, the two work wonders together. As does Jane Wymark, whose Joyce is strongly characterised with humour and sympathy. Laura Howard is good enough, as is Barry Jackson in the medical examiner role.
Of the strong supporting cast, Elizabeth Spriggs in particular has an absolute ball, with Richard Cant sharing a very entertaining rapport. Jonathan Firth, Julian Glover, Emily Mortimer and Selina Cadell fare strongly also.
It's an incredibly well-made episode, beautifully photographed with gorgeously idyllic scenery that contrasts very well with the grimness of the story. The music fits perfectly, and the theme tune one of the most memorable and instantly recognisable of the genre. The script is smart, thought-provoking and suitably grim, with even some nice humour (mainly revolved around Joyce's experimental cooking).
Regarding the mystery, it's one of the most compelling, complex and fun of all the episodes on 'Midsomer Murders', complete with a disturbing atmosphere. The Rainbirds' murders are unforgettably brutal, while the ending and final solution is one of the show's most shocking.
In summary, a brilliant start to an at its best terrific show. 10/10 Bethany Cox
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