The Marlow Murder Club

What viewers say

Viewers describe this adaptation of Robert Thorogood's novels as a light, pleasant cozy mystery with lovely English village scenery, a likable trio of amateur sleuths and a gentle mix of humor and suspense with little graphic violence. Fans of the books are pleased to see the characters on screen, and many enjoyed trying to work out the killer in the first series. Criticisms grow with the second series, where some viewers find the plots contrived and too reliant on coincidence, the lead's bossiness grating, the supporting characters thin, and the stories drifting further from the novels.

Best for: Viewers who want relaxed, easygoing cozy crime with a strong sense of place.

Summary of public viewer reviews, updated October 2026.