Grace

Grace centers on Brighton's own Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, a steadfast investigator who has given years to policing while his career drifts into a tough patch. He is haunted by the unresolved disappearance of his wife Sandy and spends long hours chasing cold cases that rarely yield results. After yet another reprimand for his unorthodox methods, Grace is placed on a precarious professional tightrope, risking a move away from the role he cares about most. The weight of personal loss and a stubborn refusal to abandon difficult inquiries push him to push the boundaries of routine policing, shaping every decision and every line of inquiry. His resolve keeps him going, even as doubt gnaws at him.

Grace is a 2021 British crime drama created by Russell Lewis and Peter James. John Simm stars as Roy Grace, with the series drawing on Peter James's Brighton based stories.

Critics note a grounded tone and a performance anchored by a man who refuses to quit. Themes include obsession, the pull between professional duty and personal pain, and how a seaside city shapes a detective's approach.

Grace has built a steady following in the British crime drama scene, offering a character driven portrait of a flawed hero. Its Brighton setting and patient procedural storytelling add texture to a familiar formula.