Series synopsis
Traces is a British mystery crime television series that premiered on U&Alibi on December 9, 2019. It ended on March 22, 2022. It was created by Val McDermid, Amelia Bullmore. It stars Molly Windsor, Laura Fraser, Jennifer Spence and Martin Compston.
Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.
Premise
Set against the stunning Scottish landscape in and around Dundee, three compelling female characters — Emma Hedges, Prof. Sarah Gordon and Prof. Kathy Torrance — join forces to uncover the truth about an unsolved murder case that's very close to home.
Premise: The evidence doesn't lie. People do.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Molly Windsor as Emma
- Laura Fraser as Prof. Sarah Gordon
- Jennifer Spence as Prof. Kathy Torrance
- Martin Compston as Daniel MacAfee
- Michael Nardone as DCI Neil McKinven
- Laurie Brett as Izzy Alessi
- John Gordon Sinclair as Drew Cubbin
- Vincent Regan as Phil MacAfee
Supporting cast
- Moyo Akandé as Trina
- Badria Timimi as Dean Jean Bruzzi
- Andrea Hart as Janine Muir
Guest cast
- Morayo Akandé as DC Trina Adebayo
- Steven Miller as Andy Jarvis
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | December 9, 2019 | December 24, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 6 | February 15, 2022 | March 22, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Emma Hedges' return to Dundee brings her mother's unsolved murder into sharp focus, but a fatal fire in a nightclub proves an ominous omen. |
December 9, 2019 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Glad of McKinven's help, Emma soon feels overwhelmed by the police interest and wonders what she's started. But when the stars align to put Daniel in her path, Emma feels a deep connection. |
December 10, 2019 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 McKinven's initial enquiries ruffle feathers and a furious Julie chides Emma for dragging up the past. When Skye threatens Emma with a knife, it's clear that someone's hiding something. |
December 16, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Emma is now training as a forensic chemist - and on the cusp of seeing her mother's murder case finally solved, while Daniel has returned to Dundee to give evidence against Phil. |
February 15, 2022 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 A second explosion puts pressure on McKinven and Sarah to find and stop the bomber. As Phil's murder trial continues, both Daniel and Emma are feeling the strain. |
February 22, 2022 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The task facing McKinven is more daunting than ever, especially now that his wife Azra is joining the investigation. Meanwhile, Kathy's PhD student sees more than she should... |
March 1, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | U&Alibi |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 9, 2019 |
| Last aired | March 22, 2022 |
| Runtime | 46 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 21:00:00 |