{"id":142580,"date":"2026-02-23T12:11:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/142580\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T12:11:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:11:20","slug":"queens-of-mystery-is-the-charming-detective-drama-to-binge-tonight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/142580\/","title":{"rendered":"Queens of Mystery is the \u201ccharming\u201d detective drama to binge tonight"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re feeling less than enthusiastic about the start of a new week, the most comforting show on TV right now is here to help. Queens of Mystery is the charming – and wonderfully soothing – detective drama<\/a> that\u2019s currently airing on U&Drama and gives the likes of Midsomer Murders<\/a> and Agatha Christie<\/a> a serious run for their money. And we highly recommend watching it tonight!<\/p>\n

The series, which has proved a big hit across the pond, is set in the quaint English village of Wildemarsh and follows Detective Sergeant Matilda Stone and her three crime-writing aunts. The aunts in question – Cat (Julie Graham), Beth (Sarah Woodward), and Jane (Siobhan Redmond) don\u2019t just write about crime, however, they also help their niece solve it. And that\u2019s really where the magic of the show begins. <\/p>\n

With the series now available to stream in full, here\u2019s everything you need to know about Queens of Mystery before you tune in, including the plot, cast and how to watch it. <\/p>\n

What is Queens of Mystery about?\"matilda<\/p>\n

Rob Baker Ashton\/AcornTV<\/p>\n

The cosy crime drama, which first aired on Acorn TV in the US, takes us to the picturesque English village of Wildemarsh where three crime-writing sisters and their 28-year-old niece, Detective Sergeant Matilda Stone (played by Olivia Vinall in series 1 and Florence Hall in series 2), solve murders. The three sisters are Cat (played by Julie Graham), Beth (played by Sarah Woodward), and Jane (played by Siobhan Redmond). <\/p>\n

The foursome use their extensive knowledge of crime – both real and fictional \u2013 to solve whodunnit-style murders, starting with a murder at a small mystery writers festival \u2013 but there\u2019s one unsolved mystery that haunts them all: the disappearance of Matilda\u2019s mother. All three aunts know certain details about the disappearance and that they\u2019re determined to keep from Matilda.<\/p>\n

\"beth,<\/p>\n

Rob Baker Ashton\/AcornTV<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also a thread of romance that runs throughout the series. Between investigating murders and writing their novels, Cat, Beth and Jane also attempt to help their perennially single niece find love. And we all know that the course of true love never runs smooth. <\/p>\n

Star Julie Graham has shared some more insight into the series, telling British TV: \u201cI think it\u2019s a modern mystery with a kind of comic twist, I suppose you would describe it. It\u2019s quintessentially British, I think. It couldn\u2019t be set anywhere else. It kind of takes the genre and puts a little twist on it, if that makes sense, kind of pokes fun at it \u2013 but keeping the kind of, heart of the show and keeping the audience hooked with strong plots and an overall mystery that goes right through all the episodes.\u201d<\/p>\n

Who\u2019s in the cast of Queens of Mystery?\"sara<\/p>\n

Rob Baker Ashton\/AcornTV<\/p>\n

The cast of Queens of Mystery includes: <\/p>\n

Olivia Vinall (Apple Tree Yard) as Detective Matilda Stone (series 1)Florence Hall (Dystopia) as Detective Matilda Stone (series 2)Julie Graham (This City is Ours<\/a>) as Cat StoneSiobhan Redmond ( The Replacement) as Jane StoneSarah Woodward (Professor T<\/a>) as Beth StoneAndrew Leung (Quiz) as Dr. Daniel LynchRebecca Grant (Showtrial) as Natasha YoungMartin Trenaman (Babylon) as Inspector Derek Thorne Michael Elcock (The Grey Tarmac Road) as Police Constable Terry Foster Juliet Stevenson (Accused<\/a>) as the narrator Is there a trailer for Queens of Mystery? <\/p>\n

Yes, you can watch the trailer for Queens of Mystery below.<\/p>\n

Is Queens of Mystery any good?\"resentment<\/p>\n

Rob Baker Ashton\/AcornTV<\/p>\n

Yes \u2013 it\u2019s better than good. It\u2019s a crime drama with a real sense of humour and a fantastic (largely female) cast \u2013 plus, Juliet Stevenson’s narration is rather soothing. In fact, she even received a 2019 Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Narrator. Fans of the series have called the drama \u201ccomforting\u201d, \u201ca surprisingly great watch\u201d and \u201cfantastic\u201d \u2013 and we don\u2019t disagree. <\/p>\n

How can I watch Queens of Mystery?<\/p>\n

Queens of Mystery series 1 and 2 are both available to watch now on U. The drama is also currently airing on U&Drama and will continue at 9pm on Thursday 26th February. <\/p>\n

What other cosy crime dramas can I watch now? \"death<\/p>\n

Simon Ridgway<\/p>\n

If you haven\u2019t yet been introduced to Death Valley<\/a>\u2019s unlikely detective duo, John Chapel (Timothy Spall) and DS Janie Mallowan (Gwyneth Keyworth), we\u2019d highly recommend getting to know them. John has spent years starring in the crime series Caesar \u2013 only he\u2019s never actually solved a real crime. Fortunately, Janie has, and while their partnership is indeed unlikely, it might just be a match made in crime-solving heaven, You can watch the first series of Death Valley on BBC iPlayer<\/a> and, excitingly, a second series is also on the way. If you\u2019re a Sherlock fans, we\u2019d recommend Watson<\/a>. The series features all the elements that made Sherlock such a blockbuster – from baffling mysteries to captivating performances – but with a Doc Martin<\/a>-esque twist. Rather than fighting crime, Dr Watson (Morris Chestnut) harnesses his sleuthing skills to crack complex medical cases as he works full-time as a leading doctor. You can catch up on Watson on Sky<\/a> and NOW. For more great cosy crime dramas, check out our pick of the very best here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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