Overview

• Death Valley debuted on BBC One and iPlayer on May 25, 2025 with an 8:15pm broadcast slot.
• The series pairs retired actor John Chapel (Timothy Spall) with DS Janie Mallowan (Gwyneth Keyworth) as they investigate weekly murder cases in the Vale of Glamorgan.
• Creator Paul Doolan developed the show to combine satisfying murder-mystery plotting with genuine comedic moments.
• Early responses are split: many applaud Spall’s performance and the show’s charm while others criticise its broad humour and crime-drama clichés.
• The six-episode run features a mix of established and rising stars, including Steffan Rhodri, Melanie Walters and Rithvik Andugula, with ongoing character development across each installment.