Acorn TV features the DVD and Blu-ray debut of the hit Canadian period mystery MURDOCH MYSTERIES, Season 12 (aka The Artful Detective) on July 30, 2019. Garnering an amazing 45 Gemini® and Canadian Screen Award nominations from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television during its run and one of Acorn TV’s most popular series, Murdoch Mysteries has found a huge audience for its period charm, entertaining mysteries, and likeable characters. Set in Toronto in the late 1890s and early 1900s during the age of invention and starring Canadian Screen Award ‘Fan’s Choice Award’ winner Yannick Bisson, the mystery series centers on Detective William Murdoch, a methodical and dashing detective, who enlists radical new forensic techniques like fingerprinting, ultraviolet light, and trace evidence to solve some of the city’s most gruesome murders. The DVD 5-Disc and Blu-ray 4-Disc sets feature 18 episodes and bonus featurettes, including The Murdoch After Show and a Making Murdoch featurette ($59.99, Amazon.com). Murdoch Mysteries, Season 12 made its U.S. premiere from December 24, 2018 – April 15, 2019 on Acorn TV and has been renewed for a thirteenth season. Called a “glorious streaming service… an essential must-have” (The Hollywood Reporter), Acorn TV is North America’s most popular and largest streaming service focused on British and international television. Also on July 30, Acorn releases a value-priced DVD and Blu-ray set, MURDOCH MYSTERIES: Seasons 9-12 Collection (72 eps., $149.99).
Detective William Murdoch returns to solve Edwardian Toronto’s most intriguing crimes in this award-winning Canadian series. In Season 12, Murdoch and his wife, Dr. Julia Ogden (Gemini® winner Hélène Joy, Durham County), have moved into a modern new house, but they soon discover their home has mysteries of its own. Constable Crabtree (Jonny Harris, Still Standing) helps Higgins (Lachlan Murdoch, Copper) prepare for his wedding, while Inspector Brackenreid (Thomas Craig, Coronation Street) confronts someone from his past who could jeopardize his relationship with his family.
Murdoch and his team tackle cases involving a seemingly invisible man, the killing of a French diplomat, a possible alien invasion, and one of their own suspected of murder. During their investigations, they encounter architect Frank Lloyd Wright, entrepreneur Elizabeth Arden, and inventor Nikola Tesla. Guest stars include Sophie McShera (Downton Abbey), Peter Keleghan (Workin’ Moms), Sebastian Pigott (Being Erica), and Colin Mochrie (Whose Line Is It Anyway?).
Street Date: July 30, 2019 SRP: $59.99
DVD 5-Disc Set: 18 episodes – Approx. 792 min., plus bonus – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961272099
Blu-ray 4-Disc Set: 18 episodes – Approx. 792 min., plus bonus – SDH Subtitles – UPC 054961272198
Bonus: The Murdoch After Show (64 min.) and Making Murdoch featurettes (10 min.)
My Thoughts
Murdoch Mysteries is one of my favorite crime based shows. I love period drama, and I love learning about criminal investigations. This show combines both in a late 1890 - early 1900 setting. You'll learn how forensics experts solved the cases before they had the help of computers and DNA. The cast of characters are funny, interesting, and diverse. This season includes 18 new episodes.
Murdoch Mystery Mansion - An architect explodes during Murdoch's housewarming party.
Operation Murder - Julia's patient dies after what she thought was a successful operation. She suspects foul play and asks Murdoch to investigate.
My Big Fat Mimico Wedding - Higgins is shot at his wedding at Murdoch things one of the guests is the culprit.
Murdoch Without Borders - A deportation officer is murdered and the team suspects Greek immigrants.
The Spy Who Loved Murdoch - When a french diplomat is killed, Murdoch does undercover.
Sir. Sir? Sir!! - After an meteor shower, Crabtree suspects an alien invasion.
Brother's Keeper - Watts claims he shot someone is self-defense, but his story isn't adding up.
Drowning in Money - A rich family are found drowned in their pools at what was supposed to be a burglary call.
Secrets and Lies - Brackenreid discovers she has an adult daughter -- and she's missing.
Pirates of the Great Lakes - An Italian detective wants Murdoch to help his find Pompeii's treasure.
Annabella Cinderella - A female murderer escapes and is on her way to track down the witnesses.
Six of the Best - An orphan is found dead and the case leads Murdoch to an old teacher.
Murdoch and the Undetectable Man - Murdoch teams up with Tesla again when an inventor is murdered.
Sins of the Father - Murdoch's responds to a fatal fire and learns his father is the victim.
One Minute of Murder - Someone is electrocuted during a typing contest.
Manual for Murder - A book reading gets interrupted when a body is found electrocuted in copper.
Operation Murder - Julia's patient dies after what she thought was a successful operation. She suspects foul play and asks Murdoch to investigate.
My Big Fat Mimico Wedding - Higgins is shot at his wedding at Murdoch things one of the guests is the culprit.
Murdoch Without Borders - A deportation officer is murdered and the team suspects Greek immigrants.
The Spy Who Loved Murdoch - When a french diplomat is killed, Murdoch does undercover.
Sir. Sir? Sir!! - After an meteor shower, Crabtree suspects an alien invasion.
Brother's Keeper - Watts claims he shot someone is self-defense, but his story isn't adding up.
Drowning in Money - A rich family are found drowned in their pools at what was supposed to be a burglary call.
Secrets and Lies - Brackenreid discovers she has an adult daughter -- and she's missing.
Pirates of the Great Lakes - An Italian detective wants Murdoch to help his find Pompeii's treasure.
Annabella Cinderella - A female murderer escapes and is on her way to track down the witnesses.
Six of the Best - An orphan is found dead and the case leads Murdoch to an old teacher.
Murdoch and the Undetectable Man - Murdoch teams up with Tesla again when an inventor is murdered.
Sins of the Father - Murdoch's responds to a fatal fire and learns his father is the victim.
One Minute of Murder - Someone is electrocuted during a typing contest.
Manual for Murder - A book reading gets interrupted when a body is found electrocuted in copper.
This is such a great series. All of episodes are a bit on the dark side, but they are always tempered with humor. Both the costumes and the sets are realistic and really help to paint a picture of the time period. This series is definitely a refreshing switch from the norm, and I'm looking forward to watching the next season. If you want to take the advantage of a full set of amazing old world stories, than this is the box set for you. You can order Murdoch Mysteries: Season 12 on DVD or Blu-ray on Acorn Media or Amazon.
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