“Endeavour” follows the story of Inspector Morse in his rookie days as Constable Morse. Based on the characters of famed crime writer Colin Dexter, “Endeavour” is the third in a connected series of British detective dramas presented on MASTERPIECE over the past 35 years.
Season eight opens in 1971, where our heroes investigate suspected IRA retaliations, the murder of a local cab driver, and the peculiar killing of a college fellow which results in putting one of their own in imminent danger. As Endeavour shows signs of a struggle with his inner demons, the team wonders if he is beyond the point of no return.
- “Striker” – Sunday, June 19, 8:00 p.m.
An explosive murder at an Oxford college has potentially far-reaching political ramifications. Meanwhile, Endeavour is tasked with guarding the life of a beloved football team’s star striker.
- “Scherzo” – Sunday, June 26, 8:00 p.m.
On the outskirts of Oxford, a cab driver is found murdered in his taxi. The investigation into his death leads Endeavour and the team down a surprising path. Endeavour receives a guest who reminds him of a past he’d sooner forget.
- “Terminus” – Sunday, July 3, 8:00 p.m.
In the cold of winter, the team is called to investigate the violent killing of an Oxford college don. Thursday receives news that creates tension at home.
“Endeavour” on MASTERPIECE premieres Sunday, June 19 at 8:00 p.m. on Panhandle PBS.
