In this episode, Frost must deal with more duplicity and hidden agendas than normal as he tries to please a man who has it in for him. If such a character as Jack Frost actually existed, he would probably be asked to appear on "Sixty Minute." But no matter the results, he gets no respect from his superiors. He saves the lives of people, handles impossible crimes, etc. etc. etc. Of course, this is television, and on television people are only as good as what they have done lately. I can't get into the specifics, but there is a kidnapping, a series of murders, a pair of people incinerated, and a woman in danger for her life. This is a nicely done, complex story, up to the standards of this series.
5 Reviews
Wrapping up season 9
safenoe7 March 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Season 9 of Frost is split into two - i.e. a two part movie.
Michelle Joseph plays Ronnie Lonnegan, and manages to respond gracefully to Frost's trademark insensitive barbs. It's a shame Ronnie didn't make any further appearances in the Frost series.
There are numerous threads in this series, with the main one being retribution big time from a convicted armed robber. The equine sub-plot was just that. It didn't lead to the convicted armed robber, but still.
A superb ending with Mullett siding with Frost over the officious Babcock.
The locations really made you feel as though you needed to rug up with the cold and cloudy atmosphere that England offers to the pop culture world.
Michelle Joseph plays Ronnie Lonnegan, and manages to respond gracefully to Frost's trademark insensitive barbs. It's a shame Ronnie didn't make any further appearances in the Frost series.
There are numerous threads in this series, with the main one being retribution big time from a convicted armed robber. The equine sub-plot was just that. It didn't lead to the convicted armed robber, but still.
A superb ending with Mullett siding with Frost over the officious Babcock.
The locations really made you feel as though you needed to rug up with the cold and cloudy atmosphere that England offers to the pop culture world.
A great wrap up to a great two parter
TheLittleSongbird4 July 2017
As has been said by me numerous times already, 'A Touch of Frost' is a personal favourite of mine, and one of my favourite shows from the detective/mystery genre. Do have a preference perhaps for the earlier-mid-show episodes over the later ones, but none of the episodes are less than watchable and none do anything to embarrass the show.
So much appeals about 'A Touch of Frost'. Love the mix of comedy (mostly through Frost's snide comments and quips) and dark grit, the tension between rebellious Jack Frost and by-the-book Mullet which has led to some humorous moments, how he interacts with the rest of the staff, the deft mix of one or two cases and Frost's personal life, how Frost solves the cases, the production values, music and of course David Jason in one of his best roles.
There may have been people initially sceptical about whether the show would work, and with Jason (a mainly comedic actor) in a departure from usual in the lead role. Scepticism very quickly evaporated, with the first season containing three consistently great episodes, even with the darker and grittier approach with less humour, that established the tone and characterisation so brilliantly so early on with no signs of finding-their-feet. Seasons 2 and 3 continued that high standard, "Appropriate Adults" and "Stranger in House" particularly being show highlights. Season 4 was also very good, particularly "Paying the Price" and "Deep Waters", the weakest "Unknown Soldiers" still being pretty good. All four episodes of Season 5 were brilliant, especially "Penny for the Guy" and "No Other Love". Season 6 wasn't quite as consistent, but all episodes ranged from good to great, the best being "Keys to the Car".
"Mistaken Identity" is 'A Touch of Frost's' third two parter, after "Line of Fire" and "Benefit of the Doubt". It is not quite as good as those two episodes, but is still great. Can be iffy about episodes being split into half, having been done with variable execution on 'Lewis' for example, but not here.
It's a very well made episode as to be expected. It matches the dark, gritty tone of the episode beautifully with atmospheric lighting and the stylish way it's shot. The music is haunting without being over-bearing.
The script is well written, with a few very amusing quips from Frost, and is thought-provoking with lots of things you don't expect. The story is absorbing with a good deal happening while not rushing through it or trying to do too much. Plenty of suspense and intrigue in one of the most complex and twisty stories of the entire show. Both cases are wrapped up very well and neatly, though the Harris murders case was a little more interesting and more harrowing emotionally.
Frost is a remarkably well-established character, and one cannot help love his amusing interaction with the rest of the officers, his personal life and his chemistry with Bruce Alexander's stern and by-the-book Mullet, who constantly despairs of Frost's unconventional approach.
Can't fault Jason as Frost, he is simply brilliant in the role as always with not one foot put wrong. All the supporting cast are on point, particularly Bruce Alexander, John Lyons and Susan Penhaligon. Great to see Barry Jackson and Barrie Ingham too.
In conclusion, great wrap up to a great two parter. 9/10 Bethany Cox
So much appeals about 'A Touch of Frost'. Love the mix of comedy (mostly through Frost's snide comments and quips) and dark grit, the tension between rebellious Jack Frost and by-the-book Mullet which has led to some humorous moments, how he interacts with the rest of the staff, the deft mix of one or two cases and Frost's personal life, how Frost solves the cases, the production values, music and of course David Jason in one of his best roles.
There may have been people initially sceptical about whether the show would work, and with Jason (a mainly comedic actor) in a departure from usual in the lead role. Scepticism very quickly evaporated, with the first season containing three consistently great episodes, even with the darker and grittier approach with less humour, that established the tone and characterisation so brilliantly so early on with no signs of finding-their-feet. Seasons 2 and 3 continued that high standard, "Appropriate Adults" and "Stranger in House" particularly being show highlights. Season 4 was also very good, particularly "Paying the Price" and "Deep Waters", the weakest "Unknown Soldiers" still being pretty good. All four episodes of Season 5 were brilliant, especially "Penny for the Guy" and "No Other Love". Season 6 wasn't quite as consistent, but all episodes ranged from good to great, the best being "Keys to the Car".
"Mistaken Identity" is 'A Touch of Frost's' third two parter, after "Line of Fire" and "Benefit of the Doubt". It is not quite as good as those two episodes, but is still great. Can be iffy about episodes being split into half, having been done with variable execution on 'Lewis' for example, but not here.
It's a very well made episode as to be expected. It matches the dark, gritty tone of the episode beautifully with atmospheric lighting and the stylish way it's shot. The music is haunting without being over-bearing.
The script is well written, with a few very amusing quips from Frost, and is thought-provoking with lots of things you don't expect. The story is absorbing with a good deal happening while not rushing through it or trying to do too much. Plenty of suspense and intrigue in one of the most complex and twisty stories of the entire show. Both cases are wrapped up very well and neatly, though the Harris murders case was a little more interesting and more harrowing emotionally.
Frost is a remarkably well-established character, and one cannot help love his amusing interaction with the rest of the officers, his personal life and his chemistry with Bruce Alexander's stern and by-the-book Mullet, who constantly despairs of Frost's unconventional approach.
Can't fault Jason as Frost, he is simply brilliant in the role as always with not one foot put wrong. All the supporting cast are on point, particularly Bruce Alexander, John Lyons and Susan Penhaligon. Great to see Barry Jackson and Barrie Ingham too.
In conclusion, great wrap up to a great two parter. 9/10 Bethany Cox
Super conclusion
jamiecostelo5813 December 2006
Warning: Spoilers
The story continues for the hunt of the psychotic serial killer on the loose. In his difficult quest to nail the killer, Jack almost cuts corners a little too far, but soon comes to realise that Pam could hold the key to the man's identity...
A young girl's racehorse is put down, her mother is having an affair, and her father has something to hide. Why? Frost is on the case...
Mistaken Identity comes to a nail-biting conclusion, with a particular strong performance from actress Susan Penhaligon. Another enjoyable story in the Frost franchise, and is another firm favourite of mine.
10/10
A young girl's racehorse is put down, her mother is having an affair, and her father has something to hide. Why? Frost is on the case...
Mistaken Identity comes to a nail-biting conclusion, with a particular strong performance from actress Susan Penhaligon. Another enjoyable story in the Frost franchise, and is another firm favourite of mine.
10/10
Another great 2-parter
grantss6 August 2022
Another great 2-part episode. Since Season 7 2-parters have been the norm and they work for me, even more so than the (already great) 1-part episodes of the first six seasons.
The pinnacle was the previous season/episode - S8/Benefit of the Doubt - which was absolutely brilliant, making full use of the 146 minutes available.
This season/episode does likewise but isn't quite as good as Benefit of the Doubt. The positive ingredients are all still there - the multiple crimes and storylines, the usual Frost humour and engagement, the interesting colleagues, Frost's run-ins with superiors.
However, some of the dialogue does feel a bit cliched and the engagement levels aren't quite as high as Benefit of the Doubt.
Still, a fantastic episode.
The pinnacle was the previous season/episode - S8/Benefit of the Doubt - which was absolutely brilliant, making full use of the 146 minutes available.
This season/episode does likewise but isn't quite as good as Benefit of the Doubt. The positive ingredients are all still there - the multiple crimes and storylines, the usual Frost humour and engagement, the interesting colleagues, Frost's run-ins with superiors.
However, some of the dialogue does feel a bit cliched and the engagement levels aren't quite as high as Benefit of the Doubt.
Still, a fantastic episode.
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