Father Brown is back for its 11th season, premiering on ABC Australia on Saturday, March 29th, at 6:10 pm. The crime-solving priest, played by Mark Williams, tackles a new case amidst the competitive chaos of the Kembleston Olimpicks.
Here’s the Lowdown: The season premiere sees Father Brown investigating a poisoning at the local Olimpicks. Mrs. Devine (Claudie Blakley) is dealing with the return of her son, Eddie (Barney Wilkinson), while trying to keep her relationship with Chief Inspector Sullivan (Tom Chambers) under wraps, though both the Chief Inspector and Father Brown are in on it. Tensions rise as rivalries heat up during the games, leading to a poisoning during the spinach-eating contest.
What This Means Now: Fans of the show can expect the usual mix of mystery, charming English countryside settings, and Father Brown’s insightful crime-solving. The episode introduces new personal with the characters, and, as always, a new mystery.
The Bigger Picture: Based on the character created by G.K. Chesterton, Father Brown continues its long-running success, it’s a popular staple of ABC Australia’s lineup. This season premiere sets the stage for more cases in the village of Kembleford, airing on ABC Australia Saturday, March 29, at 6:10 pm.
