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Whitstable Pearl: How to stream the new mystery series in New Zealand

Sometimes big-time crimes need a small-town detective.

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Looking for a new mystery series to brush up on your sleuthing skills? Whitstable Pearl, a fresh detective drama, might be right up your alley.

The British show follows a big-hearted restaurant owner who sets up a local detective agency in the English seaside town of Whitstable. Soon enough, she’s working on her first big case with the help of a newly transferred DCI.

Picturesque setting? Interesting developments? Witty dialogue? Based on the trailer, Whitstable Pearl looks to be offering all that and more.

How to watch Whitstable Pearl online in New Zealand

The series will be available to stream on Acorn TV in NZ. The service specialises in British telly, so you can find plenty of exciting shows to binge, including beloved titles like Agatha Christie’s Poirot, Foyle’s War, Line of Duty and Doc Martin. It also produces original series like Agatha Raisin and Queens of Mystery.

Subscriptions to Acorn TV cost $7.99 per month. The service offers a one-week free trial, enough time to determine if you would enjoy it in the long run. There are no contracts, so you can cancel your subscription any time.

When does Whitstable Pearl come out?

Whitstable Pearl premieres in New Zealand on Monday 24 May. Two episodes will be available at launch. After that, a new episode will arrive every Monday throughout May and June.

Whitstable Pearl preview

If you’re into British crime series, there’s a good chance Whitstable Pearl will make for a fun watch.

The show is based on Julie Wassmer’s novel series of the same name with the action set in a seaside town, so you can expect some nice views. Add some dark humour into the mix and the series has all the ingredients of a binge-worthy treat – fish and chips not included.

Whitstable Pearl follows restaurant owner Pearl, who is played by Kerry Godliman. You might know her from After Life or Derek. She starts a detective agency out of her restaurant and begins working on her first case when she discovers the body of a close friend. When a second body shows up, things get increasingly complicated.

Along the way, Pearl forms an unlikely partnership with DCI Mike McGuire, played by Howard Charles (The Widow, The Red Line). He just transferred to the seaside town from London, looking to escape his past.

As the two investigate, they begin to realise that not everything in Whitstable is as bright and shiny as it seems.

Intrigued? Then add this to your watchlist ASAP. There’s a good chance the show will keep you coming back for more.

Want to learn more about what’s on Acorn TV? Check our list of best shows on Acorn TV.

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