EPISODETVThe Virgin in the Ice1995
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The Virgin in the Ice
From Cadfael
A 75-minute mystery & suspense episode from Cadfael, Season 2, Episode 1.
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Originally telecast in England as a one-shot special on December 26, 1995, "The Virgin in the Ice" has since been incorporated into the Cadfael weekly TV package. It all begins when two children, a brother and a sister, disappear in a snowy woods with their adult escort. Twelfth century cleric-sleuth Brother Cadfael (Derek Jacobi) must not only find out why the children disappeared, but also save the youngsters from the clutches of marauding ex-Crusaders. In the course of the drama, Cadfael meets the son he never knew he had. "The Virgin in the Ice" was adapted by Russell Lewis from the novel by Ellis Peters.
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How long is The Virgin in the Ice?
The Virgin in the Ice runs for 1h 15m for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under mystery & suspense, drama.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 12 episodes across 4 seasons.
Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 17 hours 15 minutes (12 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Moderate Burn Story-dense episodes. Best spaced out over a week.
Binge Milestones
1 episode/day: 12 days
3 episodes/day: 4 days
5 episodes/day: 3 days
Episodes (12)
- S01E01 - One Corpse Too Many
- S01E02 - The Sanctuary Sparrow
- S01E03 - The Leper of St. Giles
- S01E04 - Monk's Hood
- S02E01 - The Virgin in the Ice Viewing
- S02E02 - Devil's Novice
- S02E03 - A Morbid Taste for Bones
- S03E01 - The Rose Rent
- S03E02 - St. Peter's Fair
- S03E03 - The Raven in the Foregate
- S04E02 - Potters Field
- S04E03 - The Pilgrim of Hate
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