Ep 5. Episode 5

After a tense and emotional ending to the previous episode, Ashes to Ashes Season 2 Episode 5 picks up with DS Alex Drake (Keeley Hawes) and DCI Gene Hunt (Philip Glenister) investigating the murder of a young woman in a car park. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover a web of corruption involving a property developer, a crooked police officer, and the higher-ups in the police department.

Meanwhile, Alex is dealing with personal issues of her own, as she struggles to come to terms with her own situation and her complicated relationship with Gene. As the investigation progresses, Alex begins to put the pieces together and uncovers a shocking truth about the murder and the people involved.

The tension between Alex and Gene also comes to a head in this episode, as they clash over their differing approaches to the case and their own personal demons. As always, their dynamic provides plenty of witty banter and intense moments as they work together to bring the culprits to justice.

Throughout the episode, viewers are also treated to glimpses of Alex's past and her relationship with her parents, which shed new light on her character and her motivations. As always, the show delves into both the crime investigation and the personal lives of its characters, creating a well-rounded and engaging storyline.

As the investigation comes to a close, the team must confront the reality of the corruption within the force and decide how to proceed. With plenty of twists and turns along the way, Ashes to Ashes Season 2 Episode 5 delivers another gripping episode that combines action, drama, and humor in all the right ways.