Ep 3. Episode 3

In Grantchester season 3 episode 3, titled "Episode 3," there are some new mysteries afoot as our favorite vicar and detective Sidney Chambers (played by James Norton) continues to investigate complex crimes in his small English village. The episode opens with a seemingly idyllic scene of a group of young women working in the fields, but things quickly take a dark turn when one of the girls is found dead, and it looks like it may have been a murder.

Sidney is soon on the case, trying to get to the bottom of what happened to the young woman. He is aided in his investigations by his friend and colleague, Detective Inspector Geordie Keating (played by Robson Green), who is always ready with a witty remark and a solid investigative instinct. Together, they begin to sift through the evidence and talk to the witnesses, trying to piece together a picture of what happened on the day of the murder.

As the investigation unfolds, we see more of the complex relationships between the villagers come to light. There is tension between the landowner and the workers, as well as between the workers themselves. Some of them have secrets and motives that could be relevant to the case, and Sidney and Geordie must navigate a web of lies and half-truths to get to the truth.

Meanwhile, Sidney's personal life is also taking some interesting turns. He has been seeing a local photographer named Amanda, but it seems that their relationship may be in jeopardy due to his work as a detective. She is worried about the danger he puts himself in and the emotional toll it takes on him. As she tries to persuade him to give up his investigations, Sidney must decide whether he can balance his passion for helping others and his own happiness.

Overall, Grantchester season 3 episode 3 is a compelling and multi-layered investigation into a murder in a small English village. With strong performances from the cast and interesting new developments in the characters' personal lives, it promises to be a good addition to any fan's collection.