[s1e3] Ashes To Ashes ✓

Reviewers from Den of Geek praised the episode for giving the series its own voice, separate from its predecessor Life on Mars , by focusing on character evolution and the unique environment of early 80s London.

Chris starts to fully embrace the 1980s culture, famously eating the team's first-ever kebab in this episode. Key Cultural References [S1E3] Ashes to Ashes

The episode explores her deep-seated emotional issues, including persistent visions of a sinister clown and flashbacks of her parents' death. Reviewers from Den of Geek praised the episode

The pursuit of the attacker leads the team undercover to a fancy dress boat party . The pursuit of the attacker leads the team

Gnome-like laughter is heard at various points, a subtle nod to the David Bowie song.

This episode marks a turning point for Ray, who begins to show a more emotional side while caring for the victims, a shift from his previously established "bigoted thug" persona.

Ray burns his lip on the station's new Breville sandwich toaster , a device that became a staple in 1980s British homes. Critical Reception