The Ice House

The Ice House (1997)

EndedScripted showDrama, Thriller

The peaceful, secluded, country hideaway of three diverse, lonely, supposedly lesbian, women is suddenly shattered when their gardener discovers a partially decomposed corpse in the old Ice House on their grounds. The ensuing police investigation has the unfortunate repercussion of re-igniting the anger and hatred of the local community levelled against the women which started ten years previously when the husband of one of them mysteriously disappeared without trace...

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Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 21:00 (85 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Part 2Apr 6, 1997
S01E01Part 1Apr 5, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Ice House' premiere?

'The Ice House' premiered on October 31, 1997.

Who were the main characters in 'The Ice House'?

The main characters in 'The Ice House' were Detective Chief Inspector Jack Frost, Detective Sergeant George Toolan, and Detective Constable Clive Barnard.

Where was 'The Ice House' set?

'The Ice House' was set in the fictional town of Denton, England.

What genre does 'The Ice House' belong to?

'The Ice House' belongs to the crime drama genre.

Who created 'The Ice House'?

'The Ice House' was created by R.D. Wingfield, based on his novels.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Ice House'?

The first season of 'The Ice House' consisted of two episodes.

Who played the role of Detective Chief Inspector Jack Frost?

The role of Detective Chief Inspector Jack Frost was played by David Jason.

What was the premise of 'The Ice House'?

'The Ice House' followed the investigations of Detective Chief Inspector Jack Frost as he solved crimes in the town of Denton.

What was the reception of 'The Ice House'?

'The Ice House' was well-received by both critics and audiences, praised for its engaging storytelling and strong performances.

Was 'The Ice House' based on a book series?

Yes, 'The Ice House' was based on the Inspector Frost book series by R.D. Wingfield.

Did 'The Ice House' feature standalone episodes or a continuous storyline?

'The Ice House' mainly featured standalone episodes, with each episode focusing on a different crime to be solved.

Did 'The Ice House' have any spin-off shows?

No, 'The Ice House' did not have any spin-off shows.

Who was the director of 'The Ice House'?

'The Ice House' was directed by Paul Seed and Robert Knights.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Ice House'?

Each episode of 'The Ice House' had a running time of approximately 120 minutes.

Did 'The Ice House' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Ice House' received several awards and nominations, including BAFTA nominations for Best Drama Series.

What was the production company behind 'The Ice House'?

'The Ice House' was produced by Yorkshire Television.

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