Hailey Dean Mysteries

is a one‑off episode from the Hailey Dean mystery franchise, with Kellie Martin back in the title role as the former prosecutor‑turned‑private‑eye. The story leans on her old army buddy Finch (played by a solid supporting actor) whose marine pal ends up dead. It’s essentially a procedural‑meets‑military‑drama hybrid, and the cast is a familiar mix of the series regulars plus a few guest faces who try hard not to look like cardboard cut‑outs. The plot kicks off when Finch’s marine comrade is found murdered, and the local MP (Military Police) brushes it off as a random mugging. Hailey, never one to take a “it’s probably nothing” excuse, starts digging. She uncovers a tangled web of old‑school army grudges, a shady weapons deal, and a secret that the MP is desperate to keep under wraps. The episode keeps the twists coming but never gets so convoluted that you lose the thread – think Cold Case with a dash of Law & Order’s procedural grit. Honestly, it’s not groundbreaking TV, but it’s surprisingly good for a single‑episode slot. The pacing drags a bit in the middle, and the budget shows – some action sequences feel a little ropy – yet Martin’s dead‑pan delivery and the occasional gritty dialogue keep it engaging. If you enjoy tidy, character‑driven crime stories, it’s worth a watch; if you’re after high‑octane thrills, you might find it a tad tame. Rated TV‑14. Expect moderate violence, a few gunshots, and some strong language. There’s a brief scene with a dead body that could be unsettling for younger viewers. This is the first terrestrial broadcast of the episode in the UK, so it’s fresh for those who haven’t seen it on streaming. Grab a cuppa, settle in, and you’ll get a solid, if not spectacular, hour of mystery.