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Murder in Provence viewers all saying the same thing about final episode

Spoilers for episode three ahead!

TV and film writer
August 1, 2022

Murder in Provence came to a dramatic conclusion with the final episode of season one on Sunday night - and viewers are all saying the same thing about the mystery series. 

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The latest episode saw Antoine (Roger Allam) and Marine (Nancy Carroll) investigate the death of a young woman, whose demise seemed to be linked to a love affair as well as the discovery of an older woman's body at a vineyard.

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At the end of the instalment, it was revealed that [spoiler alert!] the charming Dr Vannier (John Light) was behind the murders, prompting viewers to take to Twitter to praise the instalment and call for a second series. 

One person wrote: "I really hope they make more #MurderInProvence. It's perfect Sunday night telly," while another added: "Thank you @itv for the BRILLIANT TV series #murderinprovence. The relationships between the main characters are truly heartwarming. Love the banter!! The crime stories are also engaging. Please make more of these. Three episodes is not enough!"

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A third fan commented: "Absolutely adore #MurderinProvence #JohnLight usually a crafty baddie. #PatriciaHodge brilliant series, great cast, beautiful scenery, great Sunday night TV please can we have more," while another agreed, tweeting: "Hope we're gonna have a second series of #murderinprovence."

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Viewers praised the final episode

While a second series has yet to be confirmed by BritBox or ITV, Roger has expressed his desire for another season.

In an interview with RadioTimes.com, the 68-year-old actor was asked how excited he was to see the series get a second airing on ITV. "Very much so!" he replied. "It gives a wider exposure and encourages everyone to commission another series!"

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Fans called for a second series

For those unfamiliar with the new series, it follows Investigating Judge, Antoine Verlaque, as he investigates murders in the idyllic city of Aix-en-Provence in France with the help of his romantic partner and Criminal Psychologist, Marine Bonnet.

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