🎠Series Overview
- Julien Baptiste (Tchéky Karyo), the seasoned French detective from The Missing, returns in this standalone spin-off set in Amsterdam, first aired on BBC One starting 17 February 2019
- Recently recovered from brain tumor surgery, Baptiste now claims: “I’m not the man I was,” a refrain echoed throughout his introspective journey in this case
- The six‑episode series explores human trafficking, underground crime, hidden identities, and personal redemption.
🕵️ Episode-by-Episode Summary
Episode 1: “Shell”
While living in Amsterdam with his family, Baptiste is recruited by M
He meets Edward Stratton (Tom Hollander), who claims to be her uncle. However, a brutal murder of an elderly man in England—shown at the episode’s start—becomes linked to a Romanian criminal named Constantin. Baptiste and Edward trace clues to Kim Vogel, a cafe owner helping sex workers, and eventually locate Natalie alive. In a shocking reveal, Martha discloses that Niels, a boy in Edward’s care, is secretly Baptiste’s own son
Episode 2: “Measure of a Man”
Baptiste digs into Edward’s background and discovers that Edward is not Natalie’s uncle; their relationship is built on deception. Edward’s anxiety and panic suggest deeper secrets—and Natalie bluntly rejects his claim of guardianship when confronted
Episode 3: “For Blood”
More truths emerge: Natalie has a younger sister, Cristina, who remains missing and is a likely victim of sex trafficking. Edward’s real motivations begin to unravel. Constantin’s criminal ring tightens its hold, and the stakes escalate.
Episode 4: “Vertrouwen”
Baptiste identifies large sums of illicit money tied to Constantin. Edward, desperate, takes reckless actions that jeopardize the entire investigation. Distrust simmers between Baptiste and the Dutch police, hinting at internal leaks.
Episode 5: “Lucy”
Baptiste and his allies implement a risky plan to turn Constantin and collapse the trafficking network known as the Brigada. As Edward flees, the syndicate assassinates Edward’s ex-wife and her partner. An internal betrayal in the Dutch police becomes evident
Episode 6: “Into the Sand”
In the explosive finale:
- Edward discovers evidence linking Martha to the Brigade.
- It’s revealed that Niels has been secretly working for the trafficking network.
- In the climax, Martha is taken hostage by Niels—who eventually kills her.
- Baptiste uncovers the mole within law enforcement, confronts Niels, and the case concludes in tragedy—but with the criminal ring exposed .
