'London Kills' episode 1 review: A complex murder, murky backstories and twisted revelations help Acorn TV's latest show shine
This may contain spoilers for 'London Kills series 1 episode 1: The Politician's Son'
Acorn TV's first ever murder mystery drama, 'London Kills,' just premiered and by the looks of it, this show could help every fan of the genre have their faith restored. There's thrill, there are complicated, twisted, staged murders, but most importantly there's tension - and thankfully not the sexual kind yet, that the genre's shows have been seasoned with in the past - all of it making for quite the standout among its counterparts.
The official synopsis of the show describes it as: "The world’s most exciting city is the backdrop for each of the murders investigated by an elite murder squad. This specialist group is headed by hugely experienced Detective Inspector David Bradford (Hugo Speer). He has just come back to work after compassionate leave – his wife has been missing for three months. David’s team comprises of ambitious Detective Sergeant Vivienne Cole (Sharon Small) who plays by her own rules, seasoned crime-solver Detective Constable Rob Brady (Bailey Patrick) and inexperienced Trainee Detective Constable Billie Fitzgerald (Tori Allen-Martin)."
