BritBox unveils packed July 2026 lineup led by Grace, Mint, Shakespeare and Hathaway and Exile – BritBox is bringing a strong mix of crime, mystery, thriller and true crime programming to Australian audiences this July, with several exclusive premieres and highly anticipated returning favourites arriving throughout the month.
From the return of Grace and Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators to the Australian premiere of visually stunning crime drama Mint and the arrival of acclaimed thriller Exile, July shapes as one of the streaming service’s strongest months of 2026.
Grace Season 6 (July 2)
One of BritBox’s biggest returning series headlines the month when Grace Season 6 premieres on July 2.
Based on Peter James’ bestselling crime novels, the Brighton-set detective drama returns with four new feature-length investigations and what promises to be its most emotional storyline yet. Several months after Cassian Pewe’s arrest, Roy Grace and his team face increasingly complex cases while a relentless pursuit of the truth threatens devastating consequences for both Grace and Branson.
John Simm returns as Detective Superintendent Roy Grace alongside Richie Campbell, Laura Elphinstone, Zoë Tapper and Brad Morrison.
Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple (July 3)
Mystery fans can celebrate two of literature’s most beloved detectives when Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple arrives on July 3.
The special explores the enduring legacy of Christie’s iconic creations and their impact on crime fiction and popular culture over the past century.
Body in the Snow: The Murder of Joanna Yeates (July 10)
True crime takes centre stage on July 10 with Body in the Snow: The Murder of Joanna Yeates.
The documentary revisits one of Britain’s most notorious murder investigations, examining the disappearance and death of architect Joanna Yeates, the media storm that followed and the eventual search for justice.
Mint Season 1 (July 17)
One of the most anticipated arrivals of the month is Mint, making its exclusive Australian debut on BritBox on July 17.
Described by The Guardian as “the most outrageously beautiful TV show since Twin Peaks”, the eight-part crime drama reimagines the classic Romeo and Juliet story against the backdrop of rival crime families in industrial Scotland.
Written and directed by Charlotte Regan, the series follows Shannon, played by Emma Laird, whose life is thrown into turmoil when she falls in love with someone from a rival gang.
Combining romance, crime and magical realism, Mint has already generated significant international attention for its dreamlike visuals and distinctive storytelling style.
The cast includes Emma Laird, Laura Fraser, Sam Riley, Benjamin Coyle-Larner, Lindsay Duncan and Neil Leiper.
Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators Season 5 (July 22)
The popular crime-solving duo return when Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators Season 5 premieres on July 22.
Mark Benton and Jo Joyner reprise their roles as Frank Hathaway and Lu Shakespeare, who reunite after a period apart when a fresh case reignites their unlikely partnership.
Joined by fan-favourite assistant Sebastian, the team once again finds themselves tackling eccentric suspects, unusual mysteries and baffling crimes in picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon.
The series continues to be one of BritBox’s most beloved light-hearted mystery dramas.
Exile (July 30)
Closing out the month is the arrival of BAFTA-nominated psychological thriller Exile on July 30.
The three-part drama stars John Simm as disgraced journalist Tom Ronstadt, who returns home after 18 years away to care for his father Sam, played by Jim Broadbent, who is suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s disease.
As Tom confronts the traumatic events that drove him away from his hometown, he uncovers long-buried secrets, corruption and a devastating crime connected to his own family.
Featuring powerhouse performances from Simm, Broadbent and Olivia Colman, Exile is regarded as one of Britain’s most compelling psychological dramas of the past decade.
Also Streaming in July
The month begins on July 1 with all three seasons of Call the Bailiffs, offering viewers an inside look into the world of debt enforcement and recovery officers.
Everything Coming to BritBox in July 2026
July 1
• Call the Bailiffs Seasons 1–3
July 2
• Grace Season 6
July 3
• Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple
July 10
• Body in the Snow: The Murder of Joanna Yeates
July 17
• Mint Season 1
July 22
• Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators Season 5
July 30
• Exile
With returning favourites, exclusive premieres and acclaimed British dramas arriving throughout the month, July offers BritBox subscribers plenty of reasons to stay indoors this winter.
About BritBox
BritBox is a digital video subscription service created by the BBC and ITV which has launched in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, South Africa and the Nordics. The service brings the very best in past, present and future British programming and award-winning content to viewers all in one place for $8.99 a month.
BritBox in Australia features the largest streaming collection of British drama and comedy on demand, as well as exclusive and premiere titles and brand new commissions for British production companies specifically created for BritBox. BritBox also offers expert curation and playlists that will enable viewers to easily find programs they know and discover new favourites via web, iPhone, iPad, Android smartphones and tablets, Chromecast, Apple TV (4th gen and newer), Fire TV, Android TVs, Sony TVs, Hisense TVs, Samsung Smart TVs, LG Smart TVs, Telstra TV, and Fetch.
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BritBox unveils packed July 2026 lineup led by Grace, Mint, Shakespeare and Hathaway and Exile
