Midsomer Murders is the classic detective mystery series that has been a much-loved addition to ITV‘s roster since 1997 – but new episodes are a little few and far between at the moment…
Set against a backdrop of the picturesque English countryside, the small village of Causton is a hotspot for murders.
While its residents appear wholesome and normal on the surface, a sinister side of the Causton clan usually tends to emerge.
Currently in its 22nd series, a 23rd run of Midsomer Murders has been confirmed. But we’re still waiting to see episodes five and six for the current one.
So when will the new episodes air?
Midsomer Murders: When will new episodes air?
There is no official air date for season 22’s fifth and sixth episodes, but we can make an educated guess.
Given that season 23 is already in production, it’s likely it will be shown at some point later this year.
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Production was put on hold – thanks to Covid – which meant episodes were delayed. The first two episodes of season 22 were broadcast in 2020, but the rest were postponed until March 2021.
Although ITV still hasn’t given a release date for the premiere of season 23, it has been confirmed it will go ahead – at some point.
What was the last Midsomer Murders episode we saw?
The most recent episode of Midsomer Murders to be shown was The Scarecrow Murders, which aired in March.
All the murders being investigated in that episode took place at a festival for – you guessed it – scarecrows.
The official synopsis for the episode reads: “Little Upton is a picturesque village known for hosting the annual Midsomer Scarecrow Festival, a key event in the social calendar.
“Each year, residents compete to build the best scarecrow and display their designs around the village.”
It continued: “The Scarecrow Festival is a competition which can both unite and divide, for the locals the stakes could not be higher, rivalries are established and underneath the surface there is tension brewing with many desperate to reign supreme.
“Could the desire to retain their title lead someone to employ the dirtiest tactics of all?”
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In the episode, Neil Dudgeon returned to the show as DCI John Barnaby.
Nick Hendrix played his sidekick DS Jamie Winter.
Midsomer Murders airs on ITV today between 12.05pm and 2.05pm.
Breaking the Chain – episode three from season 18 – centres around an international cycling competition which comes to the Midsomer village of Burwood Mantle.
When the race leader is murdered, DCI Barnaby and DS Nelson step into action.
During the race’s finale, the victim overtook his team mate and won.
The team owner was furious that he disobeyed his orders, and the rival manager was disappointed that his team lost.
But there are plenty of other suspects with motives to murder!
You can watch all 129 episodes of Midsomer Murders on the ITV Hub.
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