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The Puzzle Lady

The Puzzle Lady

A gripping television story where investigation, buried truths, and human consequences collide in unexpected ways.

Our Score
2.8 2.8 / 5
Reader Rating
3.5 Rate this game (245)

Crossword expert Cora Felton (Phyllis Logan) and her niece Sherry (Charlotte Hope) help DCI Derek Hooper (Adam Best) with murder cases in the British series based on the novels by Parnell Hall. [Premiered originally in the UK under the name Murder Most Puzzling on Channel 5 on 19 Jun 2025 and in the US on PBS on 19 Feb 2026]

STORY SUMMARY

The Puzzle Lady centers on crossword expert Cora Felton (Phyllis Logan) and her niece Sherry (Charlotte Hope) help DCI Derek Hooper (Adam Best) with murder cases in the British series based on the novels by Parnell Hall. The available synopsis establishes the main characters, central situation, and core conflict without requiring additional background. This summary is intentionally limited to the verified premise so it can be published without introducing unconfirmed plot details or spoilers.

WHY WATCH

The Puzzle Lady may be worth watching for viewers drawn to series stories with a clearly defined central premise. The synopsis gives the series an immediate narrative hook and makes its core conflict easy to understand.

WHO SHOULD WATCH

The Puzzle Lady is best suited to viewers who enjoy series television and are interested in the premise described above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Puzzle Lady about?

Crossword expert Cora Felton (Phyllis Logan) and her niece Sherry (Charlotte Hope) help DCI Derek Hooper (Adam Best) with murder cases in the British series based on the novels by Parnell Hall.

2.8

Overall Score

2.8 / 5

Story
3
Acting
3
Direction
3.5
Visuals
2.5
Sound
3
Entertainment
2

Pros

  • Built around an established source or adaptation premise.
  • The premise is anchored by clearly identified central characters and performers.
  • A clear mystery or investigative hook gives the story an immediate direction.

Cons

  • Viewers familiar with the source material may compare it closely with the original.
Release Date
2026-02-19

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