Written by John Edward Betancourt![]()
Caution: This article contains spoilers for Episode 204 of ‘Darby and Joan’. To revisit the previous episode, click here.
There are a great many reasons that so many of us tune into the magnificent Acorn TV series, Darby and Joan. For some, it’s the about the adventure. Since we are treated to stunning visuals of Australia that take our breath away and soothe us. For others, it’s about the unique cases this show offers up. Because every single mystery Jack and Joan dive into is unconventional. But above all, the biggest draw of all when it comes to this series, are its stars and the characters they play. For Bryan Brown and Greta Scacchi are simply electric on screen and add incredible depth and life to Jack and Joan, and of course, let loose and shine, acting wise, every chance they get, as evidenced by the next episode in this journey. For the next chapter in their adventures brought this duo to a winery. To think and reset since the trail went cold regarding Jack’s case and that allowed for some magnificent moments come forth for Jack and Joan and in turn, Bryan and Greta. For instance, this was a story that saw Joan just live in the moment and just be herself and in a way start to find herself once again. Which was all beautiful since it speaks to how eventually we heal from loss and find the beauty of the world once more, and Greta sold this with incredible honesty, and truly lifted our spirits in doing so. Because we’ve all wanted Joan to find some measure of peace and happiness again and she is so close at last, and we are all here for it. As for Jack, well… we will dive into his journey in just a moment, because we need to talk about how there was real fun to be had in this tale and with this mystery. Since there was a fire at the winery, one that was motivated out of a combination of grief, and revenge, and it exposed an illegal gambling operation on the premises. One that was working to take over the winery and just ruin the original owners. Which prompted Jack and Joan to have their own Casino Royale moment. Wherein they made their way into the casino on the property, and just went nuts, and had fun in bringing down the villains. Which brought about a lot of hilarious moments and a generally fun vibe, and it is good that the show snuck this in. Since it counterbalanced the ugly stuff. Because Jack was laser focused on getting answers in this episode and was pouring over evidence and really thinking upon the case and who would go this far to keep the case a secret. Which helped him to think outside the box and realize that there was likely some dash cam footage available regarding the demise of his nemesis, and he was right, and that led to a stunning revelation for certain. In that, the person that is tying up loose ends, is nothing short of a ghost. Since the footage revealed that Sophie happened to be alive and well, and faked and lied about her death to stay in hiding. But the time has come for her to risk it all to keep the case’s secrets hidden, by any means necessary… it would seem. Granted, that doesn’t mean she crossed that line. But clearly, she isn’t too concerned about the outcome and there’s nothing to say she didn’t do this to keep everything a secret. A move that does put Jack at hard risk here. But while we wait to learn more, we can celebrate an amazing tale. One that let the actors and their characters shine and truly, Bryan Brown deserves his own round of applause here. Since he sold Jack’s obsession here with a cool and calm that would make the most infamous investigators in television proud, and he really did relish his James Bond moment in the casino. All of which reminds us of how amazing it is that this series landed these talents, and it will be interesting to see what other great moments await us, as season two rolls along. Until next time. Watch ‘Darby and Joan’
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