Detective SurprenantThe Baron of the Archipelago

Detective Surprenant, a veteran of major crimes in Montreal who took refuge in the Magdalen Islands, investigates the murder of a teenage girl with the help of his colleague Geneviève Savoie and inexperienced police officers, even giving up his vacation to resolve this sad story. However, he must deal with the arrogant chief inspector Sébastien Gingras, dispatched from Quebec City and with whom he has disagreements.

Where to Watch Detective Surprenant • The Baron of the Archipelago

6 Episodes

Mid-Lent
E1
Mid-LentAsked by Gingras to investigate the death of a man from the Magdalen Islands found in Verdun, Surprenant is led to Martine Boudreau, the victim's relative and former partner of Claude "the Baron" Goyette.
La Grave
E2
La GraveAfter Mi-Carême, the Baron's body is found on the beach at La Grave. As Surprenant and Savoie inform his family, the investigation begins amid silence and secrecy, with those closest to him reluctant to cooperate.
The sea
E3
The seaNowhere to be found, Martine Boudreau attempts to flee the Islands. Her daughter Jessica feels betrayed and no longer recognizes her mother. Mercedès reproaches Surprenant for having questioned Lola without her consent.
The black mark
E4
The black markNew evidence revives the investigation and leads to searches at sea. Seeking answers, Jessica searches Phil's belongings and makes a disturbing discovery, as Bourgeois reveals a long-standing grudge against the Baron.
Plaza Boss
E5
Plaza BossAsselin is under pressure for the investigation to move forward while a hitman prowls the Islands. Surprenant tries to protect those close to the Baron, without everyone realizing the real danger. Mercedes confides in Surprenant. The body recovered from the sea is finally identified. Martine reveals important details about the days preceding Charlot's murder. Surprenant confronts the hitman who reveals disturbing information to him as tension rises on the Islands.
The young ladies
E6
The young ladiesTremblay shares his shocking discoveries about the Baron, the rumors run wild. Surprenant is disturbed by Phil's revelations. Savoie lifts the veil on his exchanges with Albéni, casting doubt on the investigation. Fred Goyette and Bourgeois still refuse to collaborate. At Mercèdes, Surprenant and Geneviève reveal the truth about the Baron's dark affairs. The true nature of man comes to light: the masks fall.