Strike's aunt Joan is secretly battling a terminal illness, adding emotional weight to Strike's return home. Series Overview (Seasons 1–5)
The episode opens with a scenic departure from London, moving to the coastal town of St Mawes, Cornwall .
The series (known as C.B. Strike internationally) released its fifth installment, Troubled Blood , in December 2022 . This season follows the acclaimed detectives as they tackle their first "cold case"—the 1974 disappearance of a young doctor. Season 5: Troubled Blood – Episode 1 Feature Release Date: December 11, 2022.
While visiting family in Cornwall, Cormoran Strike is approached by Anna Phipps, who begs him to find her mother, Margot Bamborough, who vanished decades ago.
The premiere leans heavily into the chemistry between Tom Burke (Strike) and Holliday Grainger (Robin Ellacott), exploring their evolving partnership as they manage the agency's growth and personal tensions.
Strike: Troubled Blood Episode 1 Review - A Lacklustre Opener
