Australian cosy crime series “as good as Death in Paradise” with ‘treasured stars’ is streaming now

The Australian crime drama Darby & Joan is now available to stream in the UK.

This story chronicles an unusual alliance between Jack Darby, a former Australian cop, and Joan Kirkhope, a widowed British nurse, whose paths cross following a car crash. As they navigate their way across the vast Australian wilderness, their lives become intertwined.

When on their journey, the duo delve into various enigmas, one of which is uncovering the facts behind Joan’s husband’s death, a man who was expected to be in Spain but was instead discovered deceased in Australia.

The television series “Darby & Joan” made its premiere in the year 2022, and it was subsequently renewed for another season. This second season was broadcast from December 2024 to January 2025.

You can now stream all 14 episodes of the series on the revamped platform, previously known as UKTV Play, which is now called U.

In this show, Bryan Brown and Greta Scacchi play the main roles, joined by many beloved Australian actors. The audience was thrilled with the pair’s on-screen connection, which they referred to as effortlessly smooth and invigorating.

As a devoted viewer, I can’t help but express my admiration for this captivating series! The idea behind it is simply enchanting…The two leading stars, Greta Scacchi and Bryan Brown, effortlessly bring the story to life with their exceptional acting, camaraderie, and palpable chemistry.

It’s a breath of fresh air to witness actors of a ‘certain age’ grace our screens as the principal characters in a TV production – and it’s not just them, there are also promising up-and-coming Australian talents interspersed throughout each episode.

This show reminds me of ‘Death in Paradise‘, one of my favorites, and I believe it has the potential to last for multiple seasons,” another viewer commented. “The characters seem well-suited for each other, and I’d love to see them go on various escapades with Diesel the dog as they navigate their relationship.

A third person chimed in, saying: “This program feels like a delightful change, overflowing with cherished Australian performers like Brian Brown and Greta Scacchi. I found their chemistry captivating. It’s an effortless and enjoyable viewing experience, featuring beautiful landscapes. I can’t recommend it enough.

Darby & Joan is now available to stream on U.

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2025-07-04 19:19