[s1e1] Hidden Depths Apr 2026

(David Leon): Vera’s younger, loyal sergeant who acts as her "surrogate son".

: Where Vera scatters her father's ashes in this episode. [S1E1] Hidden Depths

: Includes DC Holly Lawson (Wunmi Mosaku) and Dr. Billy Cartwright (Paul Ritter). Filming Locations (David Leon): Vera’s younger, loyal sergeant who acts

: The fictional home of Vera Stanhope.

(Gina McKee): The distraught mother of the first victim, Luke. (David Leon): Vera’s younger

The series is known for its atmospheric use of the Northumberland landscape.

"" is the debut episode of the British crime drama Vera , which first aired on May 1, 2011. Based on the novel by Ann Cleeves, it introduces Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope (played by Brenda Blethyn) and her partner Sergeant Joe Ashworth. Episode Overview