BBC viewers say 'I gave it a try' as they 'switch off' Death Valley within minutes
The third episode of Death Valley aired on BBC One on Sunday evening, and it was safe to say that viewers were far from impressed
Death Valley: Official trailer
Death Valley's third episode left some viewers "switching off" on Sunday night.
The episode, which aired on Sunday (June 8), saw John Chapel (portrayed by Timothy Spall) and DS Janie Mallowan (Gwyneth Keyworth) investigating the premature death of a best man, reports the Express.
However, it seemed to attract attention for all the wrong reasons. One disgruntled viewer took to social media to vent their frustration: "What on earth is this s*** #DeathValley.
"No wonder everyone is talking about it... It's utter drivel and woke toboot. Refund the BBC if this is the best they can s**t out."
Another chimed in, " I heard it was bad, but jeez, it's horrendously bad. The lead lady is so irritating, and the script is chronically unfunny. It's a new low for BBC Sunday night viewing, absolutely horrendous."
Death Valley was swamped with complaints
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One viewer even admitted to turning off the programme, stating, "Caught up with #DeathValley on BBC1. I love stuff staring Timothy Spall but just had to turn off after a few minutes due to the awful co-star detective played by Gwyneth Keyworth shouting all the time. She must be one of the most annoying TV characters ever."
A fourth viewer echoed these sentiments: "I'm on the third episode of "Death Valley" - I really gave it a try, but it really doesn't get on me. I can't stand the main characters, they are cringe... in general I really like those shows, but this I'll skip and that Ludwig will return soon." (sic)
Someone else declared: "#DeathValley on BBC1 is one of the worst programmes I've ever sat through!".
Despite the mixed reviews, Death Valley drew in nearly three million viewers on its debut
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In contrast, some viewers expressed their enjoyment of the series, with one spectator stating: "I know a lot of people seem to enjoy slagging off #DeathValley, and I admit that when I saw the initial trailer, I thought it looked poor.
"However, having binged the series the other day, I can quash my original reticence & say that I loved it. Daft, funny, cosy & Welsh."
Another added: "Enjoying #DeathValley too. It's Sunday night viewing and I remember 'By the Sword Divided' and 'The Pallisers' so this is quite fun."
The third episode of Death Valley aired on BBC One on Sunday evening
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Amidst varying opinions on Death Valley, the BBC has shared the impressive viewer statistics following the show's premiere at the end of May.
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The first instalment of Death Valley, broadcast on 25 May, pulled in an audience of 2.9 million on its first showing on BBC One, firmly establishing it as the most successful debut for a new BBC Scripted Comedy in the past five years – even eclipsing the launch figures for Ludwig, which aired last September to 2.8 million viewers.
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