Pie in the Sky

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  • TV-14
  • 2013
  • 5 Seasons
  • 7.7  (1,852)

Pie in the Sky follows the story of a chief inspector, Henry Crabbe, who dreams of leaving his police job to fulfill his lifelong ambition of starting his restaurant. However, he is constantly hindered by his responsibilities in the force, including dealing with his superiors, colleagues, and various crimes. Richard Griffiths stars as Henry Crabbe, a middle-aged detective with a love for cooking, who is forced to stay in his job to support his family. Although reluctant at times, Henry uses his skills as a detective to solve cases and exonerate the innocent. Despite his love for cooking, he takes pride in his job and always puts the needs of the community above his own. The show takes place in the fictional town of Middleton, located in the UK. Henry is married to his wife Margaret, played by Maggie Steed, who assists him in running his kitchen in their local pub, The Pie In The Sky. Throughout the show, Henry's cooking skills become well-known, and he is appointed as the head chef for the local police department. This position allows him to combine his love for cooking and his job as a detective. During his investigations, he uses his culinary skills and knowledge of high-quality ingredients to identify potential suspects and solve cases. Pie in the Sky is a crime and drama series that combines both elements to create an exciting and unique viewing experience. The show's comedy elements make it a light-hearted drama that explores the relationships between Henry and his colleagues, his family, and his customers. Malcolm Sinclair portrays assistant chief constable, Freddy Fisher. He is Henry's boss and friend, who comes to respect Henry's culinary talent and often uses Henry's restaurant as a meeting spot for business. Sinclair's charismatic performance brings to life the character's troubled past, which adds depth to the show's plot. Other members of the cast include Samantha Womack as Geraldine Titley, the barmaid at The Pie In The Sky, and Bella Enahoro as Janice Leith, Henry's detective partner. Their performances add to the abundance of characters that enrich and define the show's storytelling. Pie in the Sky received critical acclaim during its run from 1994 to 1997, pleasing audiences with its combination of humor, cooking, and crime investigation. Fans of the show often praise its ability to blend genres, with a focus on the personalities of the characters. In conclusion, Pie in the Sky is a classic show that features an interesting premise, fantastic cast, and well-written scripts. It has a close-knit cast of characters that keeps the audience engaged and invested in the plot. If you are looking for an interesting mix of cooking, comedy, and crime, then Pie in the Sky is definitely worth watching.

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Seasons
Smelling of Roses
8. Smelling of Roses
August 5, 2013
Crabbe is losing his sense of taste and smell, but hasn't yet lost his nose for the truth. When Fisher orders him to investigate a wealthy businessman for no apparent reason, Crabbe begins to smell a rat.
In the Smoke
7. In the Smoke
August 5, 2013
The Crabbes take a getaway to London and stay at the apartment of a well-heeled ex-policeman who's out of town. After hearing a disturbing message on the man's answering machine, Margaret starts to worry about his well-being.
The Apprentice
6. The Apprentice
August 5, 2013
Crabbe gives a teenager a part-time job at Pie in the Sky, but money goes missing from the cash register and the boy disappears soon after. The detective discovers that the youth is mixed up with a gang of violent thugs the police have been chasing.
Return Match
5. Return Match
August 5, 2013
A private security firm seems remarkably well informed about ongoing crime, and Crabbe suspects it's benefiting from inside information. Suspicion falls on a detective with shady connections and a drinking problem-but Fisher is more interested in recruiting the man for the police soccer team.
Cutting the Mustard
4. Cutting the Mustard
August 5, 2013
A senior police officer's son is being bullied at his boarding school, and he tells Fisher to look into it. Fisher passes the case on to Crabbe and, for some reason, insists he doesn't mention Fisher's name at the school.
Pork Pies
3. Pork Pies
August 5, 2013
While investigating animal-rights activists who are protesting at a local meat factory, Crabbe makes a surprising discovery about what goes into the company's signature sausages. Margaret suspects deception of another sort when a rich widow falls for a dashing young pilot.
Ugly Customers
2. Ugly Customers
August 5, 2013
Crabbe and his colleagues are assigned the task of protecting the jury from intimidation during a well-connected financier's trial. Soon, another legal case looms as one of the restaurant's customers threatens to press a charge of his own.
Squashed Tomatoes
1. Squashed Tomatoes
August 5, 2013
Crabbe gets pulled away from his kitchen to provide security for a new housing development being targeted by angry area residents. Back at Pie in the Sky, one of the ingredients of Crabbe's salads also appears to be flouting the law.
Description

Pie in the Sky follows the story of a chief inspector, Henry Crabbe, who dreams of leaving his police job to fulfill his lifelong ambition of starting his restaurant. However, he is constantly hindered by his responsibilities in the force, including dealing with his superiors, colleagues, and various crimes.

Richard Griffiths stars as Henry Crabbe, a middle-aged detective with a love for cooking, who is forced to stay in his job to support his family. Although reluctant at times, Henry uses his skills as a detective to solve cases and exonerate the innocent. Despite his love for cooking, he takes pride in his job and always puts the needs of the community above his own.

The show takes place in the fictional town of Middleton, located in the UK. Henry is married to his wife Margaret, played by Maggie Steed, who assists him in running his kitchen in their local pub, The Pie In The Sky.

Throughout the show, Henry's cooking skills become well-known, and he is appointed as the head chef for the local police department. This position allows him to combine his love for cooking and his job as a detective. During his investigations, he uses his culinary skills and knowledge of high-quality ingredients to identify potential suspects and solve cases.

Pie in the Sky is a crime and drama series that combines both elements to create an exciting and unique viewing experience. The show's comedy elements make it a light-hearted drama that explores the relationships between Henry and his colleagues, his family, and his customers.

Malcolm Sinclair portrays assistant chief constable, Freddy Fisher. He is Henry's boss and friend, who comes to respect Henry's culinary talent and often uses Henry's restaurant as a meeting spot for business. Sinclair's charismatic performance brings to life the character's troubled past, which adds depth to the show's plot.

Other members of the cast include Samantha Womack as Geraldine Titley, the barmaid at The Pie In The Sky, and Bella Enahoro as Janice Leith, Henry's detective partner. Their performances add to the abundance of characters that enrich and define the show's storytelling.

Pie in the Sky received critical acclaim during its run from 1994 to 1997, pleasing audiences with its combination of humor, cooking, and crime investigation. Fans of the show often praise its ability to blend genres, with a focus on the personalities of the characters.

In conclusion, Pie in the Sky is a classic show that features an interesting premise, fantastic cast, and well-written scripts. It has a close-knit cast of characters that keeps the audience engaged and invested in the plot. If you are looking for an interesting mix of cooking, comedy, and crime, then Pie in the Sky is definitely worth watching.

Pie in the Sky is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (40 episodes). The series first aired on August 5, 2013.

Where to Watch Pie in the Sky

Pie in the Sky is available for streaming on the Acorn TV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Pie in the Sky on demand at and PBS.

  • Premiere Date
    August 5, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    7.7  (1,852)