Former Thames Valley detective Peter Jakes makes a surprise visit to the station, while DCI Thursday gets news about a former informant. The dig for bodies at Blenham Vale continues.

This new season sees Endeavour actor Shaun Evans join the team, having directed several episodes. Since Endeavour concluded in 2023, the young Inspector Morse actor has taken on a variety of roles.

Wondering where you’ve seen the Endeavour cast before ... most recently, directing an episode of Season 6, a role which he took to happily and quickly. “I think the best way to work is ...