8legs: Ashenham, uk

#1 out of 1

How on earth did Ellis get a second series?

Ellis returns with DS Chet Harper in a village murder mystery that aims high but trips over pacing and exposition.
The review highlights surface-level dialogue and redundant exposition that undercuts tension.
The critic notes Ellis’ identity as a key element, but says the second series fails to meaningfully engage with it.
The piece argues the show relies on hackneyed elements blended into a melodramatic mix rather than genuine depth.
Despite high first-series viewership, the reviewer describes season two as minimal reward for invested viewers.
The review dismisses the use of app culture and social media as a forgettable gimmick.
The critic claims the show is suited to half-watching rather than deep engagement.
There is a noted sterility in character dialogue that undermines believability.
The piece suggests the show’s strongest asset remains the premise and the lead’s presence rather than execution.
The conclusion states the second series seems more like a procedural homage than a fresh thriller.

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