Ep 8. Last Year's Model

When a classic car rally comes to the picturesque village of Midsomer Deverell, Barnaby and Jones tentatively join in on the festivities. But the excitement is short-lived as the body of a model is found strangled in the Aston Martin she had been driving. As they start digging, they discover that she was not the only model who had come to the village in search of their big break. The detectives find themselves investigating the cutthroat world of modeling, where past rivalries and jealousies have a deadly impact on the present. The body count rises and Barnaby and Jones must navigate the twists and turns of this competitive industry to solve the case before the murderer strikes again. With suspects aplenty, including agents, rival models, and even the rally organizer, the detectives will have their work cut out for them as they try to catch the killer. But as they delve deeper into the investigation, they realize that nothing is as it seems in the world of modeling -- and the killer may be closer than they think. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Barnaby and Jones must race against time to catch the culprit before they can claim their next victim. With its stunning scenery and engrossing storyline, Last Year's Model is a thrilling addition to the acclaimed Midsomer Murders series.