I’m always down for more Jane Seymour. And really, who doesn’t love a good whodunit? Especially one that knows exactly what kind of show it is and leans into it without apology.
By the time Harry Wild reaches its third series, there’s a real sense of comfort and confidence baked into the formula. Series 3 doesn’t try to reinvent the show radically, and that’s honestly part of its charm. This is a series that understands why people keep coming back and gives them more of it, polished, playful, and just sharp enough to keep things engaging.
Jane Seymour remains the show’s not-so-secret weapon. As retired literature professor turned private investigator Harry Wild, she brings warmth, humor, and a little bite to a character that could have easily slipped into cozy crime cliché. Instead, Harry feels alive. She’s smart, stubborn, compassionate, and occasionally reckless, and Seymour plays her with a relaxed confidence that suggests she’s having a blast. There’s nothing stiff or overly precious here, just a seasoned performer fully in control of her lane.
The dynamic between Harry and Fergus, played by Rohan Nedd, continues to be one of the series’ biggest strengths. Fergus is no longer just the eager protégé. Series 3 places him firmly in partner territory, while also giving him a heavier personal arc involving a custody battle for his younger sister and the return of his long-absent mother. It adds emotional weight without dragging the series down, grounding the mysteries in real stakes.
And speaking of mysteries, Series 3 delivers a nicely varied batch. The cases range from the apparent suicide of a boy band frontman to a murder unfolding behind the scenes of Ireland’s most popular daytime soap. There’s a darkly amusing episode involving a decapitated head served at a busy restaurant, along with a locked room style mystery centered on a crime writer found dead in his panic room. The show continues to play with familiar whodunit tropes, but the writing keeps things clever enough to avoid feeling stale.
Some of the strongest moments come when the cases hit close to home. Harry is drawn into an investigation after a close friend’s estranged husband turns up dead, and later the team faces pressure from a grieving father desperate to uncover the truth behind his daughter’s death. These episodes help balance the lighter tone, reminding viewers that even in a show this breezy, consequences still matter.
The supporting cast remains a big part of why Harry Wild works as well as it does. Kevin Ryan, Amy Huberman, and Rose O’Neil continue to flesh out Harry’s world, giving the series a sense of community rather than isolating everything around its lead. A new wrinkle arrives in the form of a charming fellow private investigator who both irritates and intrigues Harry, adding a light romantic tension that fits neatly into the show’s rhythm.
Tonally, Series 3 walks that familiar Harry Wild line between cozy crime and darker subject matter. There’s plenty of wit and humor, with black comedy sprinkled throughout, but it never undercuts the emotional beats. The show trusts its audience, letting mysteries unfold without over-explaining and allowing character moments to breathe.
If there’s a downside, it’s that the formula is now well established. Longtime viewers may spot certain twists coming a bit earlier, and the structure rarely strays far from what’s already worked. But that consistency is also the appeal. Harry Wild isn’t chasing shock value. It’s delivering a reliably entertaining experience anchored by a lead performance that makes it all worthwhile.
Harry Wild Series 3 is a confident, enjoyable continuation of a series that knows exactly what it’s doing. With Jane Seymour firmly in command, a strong mix of mysteries, and just enough emotional depth to keep things grounded, the show proves it still has plenty of life left.
The complete third series is available now on DVD and digital, making it the perfect time to catch up or dive in. If you’re in the mood for smart, character-driven crime with personality to spare and a legend clearly enjoying every minute, Harry Wild remains an easy recommendation.
Jessie Hobson