Review of BBC One’s new comedy detective series with Timothy Spall and Gwyneth Kewyworth

Much of it down to Steffan Rhodri as DCI Barry Clarke - Janie’s boss - trying his best to negotiate 21st Century HR rules that do not come naturally to him 

• Death Valley is on BBC One and iPlayer from 8.15pm. Read a feature about the show here.

Review date: 25 May 2025
Reviewed by: Steve Bennett