Remember That Time on Law & Order UK?
Okay, let's be real. Who *hasn't* binged at least a little Law & Order UK? It's the perfect background noise, right?
But sometimes, an episode just *sticks*. Specifically, I'm thinking about Season 7, Episode 4. "Priors." Anyone else remember that one?
The Usual Suspects… And Some New Faces
You know the drill. We've got our core cast: DS Ronnie Brooks and DS Joe Hawkins, played by the always reliable Bradley Walsh and Ben Bailey Smith. They're the dynamic duo we root for (most of the time!).
Then there’s the legal eagles. You can’t forget Dominic Rowan as Senior Crown Prosecutor Jacob Thorne. And Georgia Taylor as Kate Barker! I always felt they added a certain… zing!
But who were the guest stars in "Priors"? Ah, the ones who make the episode *really* tick. Time to deep dive!
Guest Stars Galore: The Real MVPs?
Okay, this is where my memory gets a little fuzzy. I had to do some digging, and boy, was it worth it.
Law & Order UK always brings in some serious talent for its guest roles. They're not just "extras", they are performers.
In "Priors," we saw some familiar faces. Ruth Gemmell played the role of Lisa Warwick. Her credits list is pretty impressive!
Then there was Chris Coghill as Michael Reardon. He always appears in something good, doesn’t he?
And who could forget Andrew Tiernan playing Steve Warwick? A solid cast member! These are the people who bring the drama!
Unpopular Opinion Time: Guest Stars Steal The Show
Here it comes. My controversial take. I think the guest actors often *outshine* the main cast in these one-off episodes.
Don't get me wrong, I love Brooks and Hawkins! But the intensity the guest stars bring? It’s hard to beat. They have to establish a character, a motive, a whole backstory, in just one episode!
It's like they cram a whole movie's worth of acting into 45 minutes. Especially in an episode like "Priors."
"Priors": Worth a Re-Watch?
So, is Season 7, Episode 4 of Law & Order UK a classic? Maybe not for everyone.
But for me, it's a solid episode with some great performances. And those guest stars? Totally unforgettable.
Plus, rewatching it is a fun way to spot actors you now recognize from other shows! It's like a little game of "Where have I seen them before?"
Next time you're scrolling through your streaming service, give "Priors" another look. You might be surprised at what you discover. You might even agree with my (totally correct) opinion about the guest stars. Just saying!
And remember, it’s only my opinion! But it’s a good one!
Ultimately, Law & Order UK gives the audience a great amount of material and great performance to watch.