Ep 6. The New Order

Father Brown season 9 episode 6 titled "The New Order" is an enthralling mystery drama set in the idyllic English countryside of the 1950s. The episode involves a peculiar murder case that eventually leads the incorrigible sleuthing priest, Father Brown, to unearth a web of deceit and cover-ups spanning decades.

The New Order's story begins with the murder of a former soldier named Hector Pauling, who was once part of an infamous group known as “The Hellfire Club.” A group of war veterans who took part in nefarious activities back during their service days. It appears Hector was killed while attending a reunion meeting with the surviving members of the Hellfire Club, with one of them inevitably having a motive.

As Father Brown and his trusted ally, Mrs. McCarthy, delve deeper into the investigation, they find that Hector had recently uncovered something from their past that King and some of the other surviving members couldn't bear to let out. Secret histories and alliances are exposed as the Father and Mrs. McCarthy piece together obscure clues and search for answers. Every member of the Hellfire Club finds themselves in the case.

The situation becomes more fraught with danger when DI Blythe, an old acquaintance of Father Brown’s, is brought in to lead the investigation. The detective has his own dark secrets and ulterior motives that threaten to undermine Father Brown's investigation. Still, with the stakes getting higher and higher, Father Brown must go against all odds to uncover the truth and ensure justice for the victim- Hector Pauling.

As usual, the show has an incredible cast of characters, with Mark Williams portraying the role of Father Brown with his eccentricity and passion for sleuthing coming up again. The natural chemistry and witty exchange of words between Father Brown and Mrs. McCarthy (Sorcha Cusack) is as always on point. The relationship between Father Brown and DI Blythe, played expertly by Nickolas Grace, is also a highlight of the episode.

The setting of the show is also stunning, capturing the charm and beauty of rural England in the 1950s. The costumes, music, and overall aesthetics are fantastic, making it an exquisite piece of streaming content to behold.

All in all, Father Brown season 9 episode 6 is a classic whodunit murder mystery, with a myriad of characters and plot twists. The New Order is an exciting episode which manages to expertly deliver exactly what viewers have come to love about the Father Brown series. So if you're looking for a compelling, well-acted, and intricate mystery, this episode is not to be missed!