Beth and Mark mourn their 11 year old while under the media’s spotlight and Alec Hardy is assigned to investigate the mysterious death with Ellie Miller who may struggle adjusting to her new boss.
The location of Danny’s murder is still in question but suspicious items taped under his bed and in his sister's room brings us closer to the truth.
As Beth and Mark still seek media attention for the sake of justice for their son, a local journalist discovers a suspicious previous conviction after investigating a colleague.
Olly and Karen receive intel on the news agent's past.
The truth is finally revealed regarding Danny’s death, and the gloom in Broadchurch is evident.