S17 Episode 1

Commodity: Part 1

A sex tape places top-flight footballer Isaac Dreyfus in the frame for murder. Meanwhile, new Lyell Centre boss Thomas struggles to impress Nikki, Jack, and Clarissa.

58 mins · Thu, 2 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 1

Commodity, Part 1

Premiership footballer Isaac Dreyfus finds his career in tatters after a sex tape links him to the brutal murder of a young woman, threatening to destroy both his reputation and marriage. He is desperate to prove his innocence, while Adam Freedman turns to a mysterious source for help to avenge the murder of his wife and child. Nikki finds it hard to deal with Leo’s death following the arrival of the new Lyell Centre boss, pathologist Thomas Chamberlain.

1 h 0 mins · Thu, 2 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 2

Commodity: Part 2

A bereaved husband and father seeks revenge for the murder of his wife and son, while Nikki questions footballer Isaac's motive for murdering a young woman.

58 mins · Fri, 3 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 2

Commodity, Part 2

Isaac Dreyfus fights to prove his innocence, whilst Adam Freedman turns to a mysterious source for help get revenge for the murder of his wife and child. Nikki questions the motive behind the murders and a re-examination of the Freedman crime scene leads Jack to make a shocking discovery.

1 h 0 mins · Fri, 3 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 3

Coup de Grace: Part 1

When Nikki's courtroom testimony frees a convicted killer, a new murder sees her lock horns with the unforgiving DI Rachel Klein, the detective who originally imprisoned the killer.

58 mins · Thu, 9 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 3

Coup de Grace, Part 1

Nikki finds her professionalism being brought into question during the case of convicted killer David Bennetto, who was jailed for the murder of two gay teenagers. Thomas attempts to save The Lyell Centre’s reputation.

1 h 0 mins · Thu, 9 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 4

Coup de Grace: Part 2

Thomas and Jack's worst fears are realised when Nikki and lawyer Greg Walker are held hostage by Bennetto in a dangerous armed siege.

59 mins · Fri, 10 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 4

Coup de Grace, Part 2

Thomas is under increased pressure from DI Rachel Klein and the Home Office as he battles to save the Lyell Centre's reputation. Peter Masham makes an unlikely deal with Bennetto's brother-in-law. Jack and Clarissa finally uncover the true identity of murder victim Byron Lee.

1 h 0 mins · Fri, 10 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 5

In a Lonely Place: Part 1

Nikki and Jack head up to Scotland to investigate the violent murder of a young woman found in a remote forest.

58 mins · Thu, 16 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 5

In a Lonely Place, Part 1

Nikki and Jack head to Scotland to help earnest rural detective DS Jason Ross investigate the chilling murder of a lap dancer found in a remote forest. In their search to find a suspect, the team clash with rogue city detectives DS Mike MacNeil and DI Simon Laing. But as more human remains are unearthed in the forest, it becomes horrifyingly apparent that a dangerous serial killer is at large. News of the murders unsettles new mother Sarah, who is harbouring a dark secret from her partner Steve.

1 h 0 mins · Thu, 16 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 6

In a Lonely Place, Part 2

Nikki, Jack and DS Ross are feeling the pressure to close the net on a serial killer abducting young women. Concerns increase about missing Sarah, and solving her mysterious disappearance becomes an urgent priority for the team.

1 h 0 mins · Fri, 17 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 6

In a Lonely Place: Part 2

After more female bodies are found in the Scottish forest, Nikki and Jack fear the serial killer may strike again.

59 mins · Fri, 17 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 7

Undertone, Part 1

After the body of a pregnant Northern Irish girl is found, Nikki and Jack need to locate the baby that has been snatched from her womb. Thomas discovers the girl’s connections to a criminal underworld.

1 h 0 mins · Thu, 23 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 7

Undertone: Part 1

The murder of a young woman found in a suitcase leaves Nikki, Jack and Thomas in a race against time to catch her killer.

59 mins · Thu, 23 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 8

Undertone, Part 2

Martin is found dead in suspicious circumstances. Nuri becomes increasingly desperate to locate the missing drugs, with some tragic consequences. Nikki attempts to help a grieving William come to terms with his daughter Alice's death and his missing baby granddaughter.

1 h 0 mins · Fri, 24 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 8

Undertone: Part 2

Martin, the sole eyewitness in the murder case, is found dead in suspicious circumstances. Jack clashes with DI Brooke as he and Nikki hunt for the missing baby.

58 mins · Fri, 24 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 9

Fraternity, Part 1

Jack becomes involved in an investigation into the murder of a 15-year-old girl owing to his personal connection with the prime suspect. Thomas needs to clear up the conflict of interest.

1 h 0 mins · Thu, 30 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 9

Fraternity: Part 1

The shocking discovery of a 15-year-old girl's body sees DI Dale Carter fixate on his prime murder suspect, Ryan Kelvin. However, Jack's personal connection to Ryan presents a conflict of interests, leading Thomas to replace him on the case.

59 mins · Thu, 30 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 10

Fraternity, Part 2

Jack's world has been blown apart following the discovery of Hannah's dead body. Nikki manages to find out the truth behind Jack and Ryan's strained relationship. Thomas thinks about hiring forensic scientist Helen as Jack's permanent replacement. Christy Nash is scared for the future of his marriage and business after DI Carter finds out abouts of his relationship with 15-year-old Katie.

1 h 0 mins · Fri, 31 Jan 2014

S17 Episode 10

Fraternity: Part 2

Jack's loyalties to his brother Ryan and the Lyell Centre team are torn when Hannah is found dead, forcing him into a dangerous solo quest for the truth.

59 mins · Fri, 31 Jan 2014

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