Mystery Road - Series 2 [DVD]

Aaron Pedersen (Jack Irish, A Place to Call Home) reprises his signature role as Detective Jay Swan in this visually striking (TV Guide) mystery set in the Australian outback. When a decapitated body is found in the mangroves of a coastal town, Jay teams up with local constable Fran Davis (Jada Alberts, Wentworth) to investigate the crime. Soon a nearby archaeologist (Sofia Helin, The Bridge) makes a find that could help with the case, but she conceals it for fear of shutting down her dig site. Facing obstruction at every turn and a rising body count, Jay must expose the web of corruption plaguing the town. Winner of five AACTA Awards, including Best Television Drama Series, as well as awards from the Australian Directors' Guild and the Australian Writers' Guild, this acclaimed mystery series is exceptional Australian drama showcasing excellence (The Sydney Morning Herald).