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Season 12 – The Brokenwood Mysteries

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Detective Inspector Mike Shepherd investigates and solves murder mysteries in a New Zealand country town.

Episodes

Episode 1 Airs Apr 6 They're Out There Alright When a chef is found dead in a crop circle, alien abduction theories spark as a UFO convention arrives in Brokenwood; but after another death occurs, Mike and Kristin investigate whether the truth is extraterrestrial or all too human. Details Episode 2 Airs Apr 13 Angels and Demons Young and charismatic priest Canon Zach Mantell shakes up Brokenwood's parish with his unconventional style; but when his wife dies in the church cemetery, Mike and Kristin find clues that point to a murder. Details Episode 3 Airs Apr 20 Midnight in the Garden A lavish New Year's Eve masquerade comes to a tragic end following the death of its mysterious host the following morning; as gripping secrets emerge, Mike and the team must unmask the killer among the party guests. Details Episode 4 Airs Apr 27 No Return Ticket A celebratory vintage train ride ends in tragedy when a bride is murdered and thrown out beside the tracks; as Mike and his team investigate, they must dig through old rivalries and family tensions to find the killer hiding on the train. Details Episode 5 Airs May 4 Death Has Four Strings Brokenwood's ukulele orchestra rehearsal hits a sour note after a property developer is killed with a snapped instrument; Mike and Kristin look into grudges within the band as the suspects multiply. Details Episode 6 Airs May 11 Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend When a woman is murdered in Ray's restaurant, Trudy is found at the scene covered in blood and becomes the prime suspect; as Mike and the team investigate, they uncover a web of lies, secrets, and a deadly scheme. Details
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Season Info

Director
Michael Hurst, Peter Burger, Geoff Cawthorn, Mike Smith, Ghazaleh Gol
Screenwriter
Timothy Balme
Network
Acorn TV
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date
Apr 6, 2026