Fans of the show will enjoy the developing chemistry between Inspector Sullivan and Mrs. Devine. In a theatrical twist, they end up playing the leads, Benedick and Beatrice, and share a "Big Damn Kiss" during the performance.

The episode uses the classic "disability alibi" trope, with the killer staging a fake injury using a papier-mâché leg cast to divert suspicion. Review: Is It Worth a Watch?

Mark Williams returns as the titular Father Brown, with Claudie Blakley as Mrs. Devine and Tom Chambers as Chief Inspector Sullivan.