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Confused about who stole which artifact for what reason in that latest episode of Endeavour, and how our intrepid detective figured it all out? Or need a refresher on the relationships—familial, romantic, or rancorous—in Poldark? Check out our recaps of those shows and more: all of your favorite British series, dramas, and mysteries from Masterpiece and PBS, condensed into easily readable plot summaries. So when another season of All Creatures Great and Small or Grantchester rolls around, whether you’re streaming it via Passport or watching it on TV, you can quickly catch up and enjoy the show. Don’t forget the popcorn!


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'Patience' Recap: Episode 1

An investigation into an apparent suicide reveals surprising links between previously dismissed deaths, thanks in part to the ability of Patience Evans to spot patterns. 

'Whitstable Pearl' Recap: Episode 6

The discovery of a decades-old skeleton leads to an investigation into the history of Pearl's mother, in the season finale.

'Miss Austen' Recap: Episode 3

Cassy finds herself facing a wrenching choice in the question of Henry Hobday and her future. In the present day, she works to secure Isabella's future. 

'Miss Austen' Recap: Episode 4

After trying times and bouts of melancholy, Jane finally publishes some novels, but illness soon looms. Cassandra tries to protect her sister's legacy, and her friend Isabella's future. 

'Call the Midwife' Recap: Season 14 Episode 8

Nancy's wedding to Roger is to take place in Poplar, but there's a surprise. Catherine prepares for her vows, and the midwives help a very young mother they have seen before.

'Whitstable Pearl' Recap: Episode 5

When a boat nearly sinks due to sabotage, accusations fly around a fractured family. Are separated parents making a bid for time with their daughter? Is the grandmother trying to intervene?

'Marie Antoinette' Recap: Season 2 Episode 8

Louis and Antoinette grow ever more threatened as the people begin to rise up and assert themselves against the monarchy.

'Miss Austen' Recap: Episode 2

While Cassandra spars with her sister-in-law Mary and tries to prepare a future for Isabella, she also thinks back to a long-ago romance, thanks to Jane's letters. 

'Call the Midwife' Recap: Season 14 Episode 7

Joyce faces her disciplinary hearing while the other midwives help an older mother who doubts her health and an younger struggling with an addiction.

'Whitstable Pearl' Recap: Episode 4

As Christmas approaches, Pearl is asked to investigate a death by suicide even though most people doubt anything nefarious was involved.

'Marie Antoinette' Recap: Season 2 Episode 7

As Antoinette grows even more unpopular and Louis begins to lose control, Antoinette accepts Lamballe back into her inner circle and tries to aid Louis in ruling.

'Miss Austen' Recap: Episode 1

After a death, Cassandra Austen rushes off to recover her sister Jane's letters, lest they reveal things to the public about the famous author and her family. 

'Call the Midwife' Recap: Season 14 Episode 6

Joyce tries to deal with an antagonistic patient but soon finds herself accused of negligence due to prejudice, while a garbage worker strike endangers Poplar's health. 

'Whitstable Pearl' Recap: Episode 3

When a historical reenactment goes wrong, Mike and Nikki are brought in to investigate. Pearl, of course, eventually also finds herself involved – including, more and more, with Mike. 

'Marie Antoinette' Recap: Season 2 Episode 6

Cardinal Rohan goes to trial and things quickly spin out of control, damaging Marie Antoinette's reputation as Louis' rivals scheme to take advantage.