Ayo Edebiri's Favorite Show Is This Classic British Detective Masterpiece (It's Not 'Sherlock')

While some actors discuss hottest TV hits in interviews, Ayo Edebiri, known for her roles in The Bear and Abbott Elementary, revealed her unexpected source of comfort and inspiration.

It turns out her favorite TV refuge is the cult British detective series.

Ayo Edebiri Revealed That She Loves 'Midsomer Murders'

Ayo Edebiri is obsessed with Midsomer Murders – and for good reason. In an interview with Vogue, when asked about her passion for the series, Edebiri responded: "How much time do you have?"

The actress professed her love for the show and detailed her perfect scenario for an episode in which she would appear as the victim:

“We have to get Detective Inspector Barnaby, the OG, played by John Nettles, back, first of all. And then I think it's like, you know, classic like village fete, multiple affairs, and, like an old country house.”

What Is 'Midsomer Murders' About?

The action unfolds in the picturesque and seemingly ideal fictional county of Midsomer. It is here, amid Tudor cottages, manicured lawns, and pastoral landscapes, that the most intricate murders occur.

The investigations are led by the unflappable and charming Chief Inspector Tom Barnaby. Each hour-and-a-half-long episode is a standalone feature-length story, allowing you to delve into the tangled web of local passions, jealousy, envy, and long-held secrets.

'Midsomer Murders' Is One of Those Cozy British Detective Shows That Will Get You Addicted

The secret to the series' longevity and therapeutic effect lies in its unique alchemy. Unlike many modern dramas, in which an idyllic setting merely serves as a cover for pervasive depravity, Midsomer Murders offers an opposite perspective.

Here, vice and murder are annoying yet surmountable obstacles to the eternal and immutable order of things. Green hedges, traditions such as country fairs and church choirs, and the figure of Inspector Barnaby are what truly matter and are beyond the reach of evil.

This predictability creates a hypnotic comfort. Viewers are captivated not so much by the mystery of "who did it?" as by the ritual itself: recognizable music, glimpses of idyllic landscapes, and a gallery of eccentric characters.

Midsomer Murders provides the perfect backdrop for sick leave, remote work, or just a tough day. It offers refuge in a world where not even the most heinous crime can disturb the eternal peace of the English countryside.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Midsomer Murders'?

• Midsomer Murders has 85% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the series has a score of 7.9/10.

Where to Watch 'Midsomer Murders'?

Midsomer Murders is available to stream on Acorn TV and BritBox.