WATERTOWN, NY (August 29, 2023) – Fifty years after the original series aired, the reboot of Van Der Valk – a gritty crime drama set in picturesque Amsterdam – is now launching its third season. Piet Van der Valk has now risen to be commander of the CID Division but is determined to be more directly operational than his rank requires, much to the consternation of his superior officer. Van Der Valk on Masterpiece returns to WPBS-TV Sunday, September 3rd at 10:00 pm.
Freedom in Amsterdam: Part One (Sunday, September 3 at 10:00 pm)
The team are immediately plunged into an investigation following the dramatic shooting of an idealistic Freerunning champion.
Freedom in Amsterdam: Part Two (Sunday, September 10 at 10:00 pm)
As Van der Valk and the team continue to investigate, they are drawn into the murky world of drug smuggling before revealing a deeper, darker personal tale of envy.
Redemption in Amsterdam: Part One (Sunday, September 17 at 10:00 pm)
The present-day murder of a museum employee involved in the restitution of ancient artifacts links back to a case Van der Valk worked on at the beginning of his career, alongside boss Julia Dahlman’s ex-husband. That suspect was convicted and put behind bars but has since been released.
Redemption in Amsterdam: Part Two (Sunday, September 24 at 10:00 pm)
Now released under a new name and a new identity, has the suspect from Van der Valk’s past started killing again? Or is someone else killing in her name? It’s a tale of redemption and potential second chances that is mirrored by ex-girlfriend Lena’s request for a second chance. Will Van der Valk let her back in?
Magic in Amsterdam: Part One (Sunday, October 1 at 10:00 pm)
The team are taken to the edge of reality following the death of a participant in a magical ritual invoking a demon. Is there a supernatural cause for the murder, or is there a much more earthbound explanation?
Magic in Amsterdam: Part Two (Sunday, October 8 at 10:00 pm)
As the investigation continues into an occult-related death, Lucienne is forced to confront painful memories buried in her past before unearthing a deep-seated tale of medical negligence and personal revenge. Once the murder is solved, Van der Valk himself decides to open up his heart once more to Lena. Will he get his Happy Ever After?
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