Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
"Why didn't they ask Evans"
Created by Hugh Laurie
On BritBox
A charming, period-set murder mystery built on the rapport between two amateur detectives, balancing puzzle-solving intrigue with affectionate character dynamics and a fundamentally optimistic tone.
A dying man's enigmatic last words send vicar's son, Bobby Jones, and his socialite friend, Lady Frankie Derwent, on a crime-solving adventure.
Where to watch
- StreamWETA+, Thirteen, BritBox
- BuyApple TV Store, Amazon Video
Questions people ask
Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 79% of series.
Does Why Didn't They Ask Evans? leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? sad? Not especially. Less sad than 63% of series.
Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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