Miss Scarlet Season 4 recap: All to remember before watching season 5

Miss Scarlet Season 4 has captivated fans with its suspense, historical intrigue, and sharp storytelling. Set in Victorian London, the series follows Eliza Scarlet, a determined private detective breaking barriers in a male-dominated world. The creators carry the legacy forward with this exciting new season.

Miss Scarlet Season 5 premiered on January 12, 2025, at 8/7c on MASTERPIECE on PBS and is available on PBS Passport and the PBS MASTERPIECE Amazon Prime Channel. Originally, the series was known as Miss Scarlet and The Duke. It has since been revised to Miss Scarlet starting from season 5.

This change reflects a narrative shift as it now focuses on Eliza Scarlet's journey as a private detective, away from her dynamic relationship with Duke Wellington. Here's a look back at the highlights of season 4.

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Glance to Miss Scarlet season 4

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Miss Scarlet season 4 saw Eliza Scarlet cement her position as one of London's most respected private detectives. She solved the most complex cases, gaining admiration and resentment from other detectives in the field. Her cases included scandals involving high society, political conspiracies, and personal vendettas.

Eliza’s reputation brought her into contact with influential people, both helpful and obstructive, especially during a case involving the theft of a priceless artifact, which required her to infiltrate high society.

The ongoing tension between Eliza and William "The Duke" Wellington remained a key theme in season 4. While their professional partnership grew, their personal relationship remained complicated.

William’s struggle between his duties as a Detective Inspector and his feelings for Eliza led to moments of vulnerability and conflict. The season finale hinted at a potential resolution to their romantic tension, leaving fans eager to see if season 5 would finally answer the will-they-won’t-they question.

Ivy, the trusted housekeeper of Eliza, bid goodbye in Miss Scarlet season 4, leaving a void in the emotional life of Eliza. Her departure was a turning point because Eliza had to live without the constant support of Ivy.

New characters have enriched the story: Patrick Nash, a competing detective whose methods are often at war with those of Eliza, and Arabella Herbert, a reporter for whom secrets seem to find themselves out of their hiding places. These have given rise to fresh challenges and alliances for the story.

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Theme explored

Still from the series (Image via YouTube/PBS)

Miss Scarlet season 4 was more focused on societal change, especially in the role of women in Victorian society. Eliza continued to break the mold as a female detective, often at odds with patriarchal norms and systemic prejudices. The show also explored the lives of other women, highlighting their struggles and triumphs in a restrictive era.

One notable episode in season 4 featured the suffragette movement, challenging Eliza’s beliefs about justice and loyalty. The season ended with a dramatic cliffhanger as Eliza uncovered a Scotland Yard conspiracy that jeopardized her and William’s safety, setting the stage for a suspense-filled season 5. Fans are left wondering about their heroes’ fate and whether Eliza and William will reunite as partners.

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Watch Miss Scarlet and The Duke season 4 now with all episodes, available on PBS Masterpiece or other streaming channels, before season 5.