The story follows Vera as she investigates the "stylized" murders of two young people in the North East of England.
: 15-year-old Luke Armstrong, found strangled in a bathtub strewn with wildflowers, and young teacher Lily Marsh, discovered in a rock pool similarly surrounded by flowers. [S1E1] Hidden Depths
: Where Vera scatters her father's ashes in this episode. The story follows Vera as she investigates the
The series is known for its atmospheric use of the Northumberland landscape. The series is known for its atmospheric use
: Includes DC Holly Lawson (Wunmi Mosaku) and Dr. Billy Cartwright (Paul Ritter). Filming Locations
"" is the debut episode of the British crime drama Vera , which first aired on May 1, 2011. Based on the novel by Ann Cleeves, it introduces Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn) and her partner Sergeant Joe Ashworth. Episode Overview
(David Leon): Vera’s younger, loyal sergeant who acts as her "surrogate son".