[s1e3] Ashes To Ashes Apr 2026

The pursuit of the attacker leads the team undercover to a fancy dress boat party .

This episode marks a turning point for Ray, who begins to show a more emotional side while caring for the victims, a shift from his previously established "bigoted thug" persona. [S1E3] Ashes to Ashes

The core investigation begins when a prostitute, , reports being raped. Initially, her colleague Trixie Walsh reports the crime as her own, as Nina is too afraid to come forward. The pursuit of the attacker leads the team

Ray burns his lip on the station's new Breville sandwich toaster , a device that became a staple in 1980s British homes. Critical Reception Initially, her colleague Trixie Walsh reports the crime

Reviewers from Den of Geek praised the episode for giving the series its own voice, separate from its predecessor Life on Mars , by focusing on character evolution and the unique environment of early 80s London.