Jonny Campbell

The final episode is a let down after two very solid first thirds, but even so, this is an enjoyable reimagining of the classic tale. As a result of the somewhat lacklustre third part, it doesn't in my opinion quite live up to Moffat's two excellent previous Victorian classic remakes ("Jekyll" and "Sherlock"), but it's well worth the watch. Dolly Wells is particularly memorable as Sister Agatha Van Helsing.

I don't myself care for Martin Shaw in the role of Dalgliesh but these two stories from some of P D James' later novels are well-made and at 3 hours each have the necessary length to be able to luxuriate in a good classic murder. The settings are well chosen and a good supporting cast in both episodes.