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Bookish has been renewed for a second season ahead of its UK and US premieres. Created by Mark Gatiss (Sherlock, Doctor Who), the series is set in post-war London and follows Gabriel Book, a bookshop owner with a background in wartime espionage who now assists the police with unusual cases. Book, a gay man married to his longtime friend Trottie (Polly Walker), navigates a world where appearances are vital in an era when homosexuality remained illegal.

The cast also includes Elliot Levey, Buket Kömür, and Connor Finch, with a rotating lineup of guest stars across the first season. Season 1 is set to premiere in the UK on U&alibi in July 2025 and will air in the US as part of PBS’s 2025–2026 season.

Season 2 will continue the format of three two-part mysteries, promising more intrigue, period detail, and character-driven storytelling in the same richly textured post-war London setting.

PBS has announced that The Count of Monte Cristo will join their MASTERPIECE lineup in 2026.

Based on Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel, the series follows Edmond Dantès (Sam Claflin), a young sailor wrongfully imprisoned who escapes and returns under a new identity to exact justice on those who betrayed him. Directed by Bille August, the adaptation also stars Jeremy Irons and Ana Girardot.

Produced by Palomar and DEMD Productions, the series is set to air as part of the 2025–2026 MASTERPIECE season on PBS.

Dept. Q lands on Netflix tomorrow, May 29. The series follows DCI Carl Morck (Matthew Goode, A Discovery of Witches), a brilliant but difficult detective exiled to the basement of Edinburgh Police HQ to lead Dept. Q—a forgotten team meant more for PR than real policing.

When a decades-old disappearance resurfaces, Morck and his unlikely team—a former Syrian detective (Alexej Manvelov) and a disgraced cadet (Leah Byrne)—begin chasing a far more dangerous truth.

Also starring Kelly Macdonald, Mark Bonnar, Shirley Henderson, Chloe Pirrie, Jamie Sives, and Kate Dickie, Dept. Q is based on Jussi Adler-Olsen’s bestselling book series, blending cold-case intrigue with dark character-driven drama.

The Devil’s Hour stars Jessica Raine (Call the Midwife) as Lucy Chambers, a social worker plagued by terrifying visions every night at exactly 3:33 a.m. Her life spirals as she becomes embroiled in a series of disturbing events that seem to defy time itself.

Lucy soon crosses paths with Gideon (Peter Capaldi, The Thick of It), a man linked to multiple murders who appears to know far more about her than he should. The series weaves together mystery, psychological tension, and supernatural elements, keeping viewers on edge.

Streaming now on Prime Video, The Devil’s Hour currently has two seasons available, with a third season confirmed to be on the way.

Pie in the Sky follows DI Henry Crabbe (Richard Griffiths), a policeman approaching retirement who dreams of running his own restaurant. Each time he tries to leave the force, his boss pulls him back in, forcing him to balance solving crimes with perfecting his culinary creations.

Maggie Steed stars as his no-nonsense wife, Margaret, while Malcolm Sinclair plays the scheming ACC Fisher, adding both warmth and tension to Crabbe’s life. The series blends cozy crime-solving with the charm of English countryside life and mouthwatering dishes.

A classic for fans of lighter detective dramas, Pie in the Sky is available to stream on Acorn TV, BritBox, and PBS.

Agatha Raisin stars Ashley Jensen as the clever and stylish sleuth who moves to the countryside seeking a quieter life—only to find herself drawn into a series of amateur investigations. What begins with a botched quiche contest quickly escalates into quirky whodunnits, with Agatha solving crimes alongside a growing cast of eccentric local characters.

Based on M.C. Beaton’s novels, the series balances mystery, humor, and charm, capturing the cozy yet unpredictable nature of village life.

Though some fans questioned the casting at first, Beaton herself praised Jensen’s performance, calling her “a brilliant actress” who perfectly embodied Agatha’s wit, determination, and spirit.

Beyond Paradise is set to return as filming for Season 4 begins this July in Cornwall. The Death in Paradise spin-off continues to follow DI Humphrey Goodman (Kris Marshall) and Martha Lloyd (Sally Bretton) as they settle into life in the fictional Devon town of Shipton Abbott.

Filming locations have included Looe, which doubles for Shipton Abbott, as well as Saltash, Launceston, and Port Eliot House & Gardens in St Germans, capturing the series’ picturesque coastal charm.

While the BBC hasn’t officially confirmed the new season, production listings indicate that the series is indeed returning, much to the delight of fans.

Fans of The Great British Baking Show can now enjoy the classic seasons again, with Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood judging under the iconic bunting-draped tent. The Roku Channel offers free, ad-supported streaming of the original BBC seasons 1–7 for U.S. viewers, featuring hosts Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins.

In addition to the main series, The Roku Channel includes spin-offs such as The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice, The Great British Baking Show: Juniors, and The Great British Baking Show: The Professionals. These additions are part of a deal with the U.K.’s Love Productions, bringing a wide variety of baking content to U.S. audiences.

All of these shows can be streamed for free on The Roku Channel via Roku devices, the web, or the Roku mobile app, letting viewers relive the charm, warmth, and, of course, the soggy bottoms of the early series.