Blind Sherlock (2026) s01e05 Episode Script

INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS
VETERINARY CLINIC VERHULS
CLOSED DUE TO ILLNESS
I've been working with that system
for about three years now.
I like it, but… I don't know,
what system did you use?
-The same. It's a good one.
-Alright.
That's great. Also, a lot of people
bring in their reptiles.
I did extra training for that
so it's going pretty well, but…
Hey.
Yeah, hi.
Why haven't you been in touch?
Sorry…
I've called you at least ten times.
You've been ignoring me for weeks.
It's… Just a moment, I'm sorry.
Let's go to the kennels.
Who is that guy?
What kind of a question is that?
I can't keep working here.
Someone has to take over.
I'll be gone in a minute.
Why are you here?
I want to talk.
Caro, I… I love you so much.
I've said things…
that I shouldn't have said. I know that.
But… I miss you.
Say something. Tell me
what I need to do to make it right.
You have to leave me be.
This is not good for the baby.
-But I…
-No, not "I." Not "I, I, I."
Not everything is always about you, Roman!
When will you finally learn?!
You didn't even ask
how it went at the gynecologist.
How did it go at the gynecologist?
I…
I can do better.
I want to do better.
I stopped working for the police.
No, you didn't.
Who are you trying to fool?
I talked to Nico.
I want you to leave me alone, okay?
Fuck!
Roman.
Hey.
You left some things.
I thought I'd bring them over.
Can I come in?
Do you want a drink?
Just some water.
If you've got a clean glass left.
Fucking hell, what a mess.
Hey, remember that Selina girl?
That runaway case?
Which you thought was pointless?
-Yes?
-Apparently she's been kidnapped.
-You're kidding me.
-Are you still listening?
Can you still access your account?
Well, Helen's password
hasn't been changed yet.
Nico, I need to know where I went wrong.
If I can find out, we can still get them.
-You want that too, right?
-Roman, it's over.
It's not! You have to give me a chance!
I can do this!
Take a breath.
Listen, man.
When I was your age,
I was working the murder of a young girl.
Very young. Eighteen, I think.
And I promised her parents
that I would catch the killer.
I was working on it day and night.
I missed the birth of my daughter.
My wife suffered from postnatal depression
and I wasn't there. I almost lost them.
So if you want to save the world, fine.
But make sure you don't forget the people
who mean the world to you.
You have to decide for yourself
what truly matters.
Have you thought of names yet?
Do you wish the baby didn't exist?
Not everything is always about you, Roman!
After 70 yards
there's a slight bend to the right.
-So she didn't want to talk to you?
-Just leave it, Bo.
But she can't do that.
You're the father of her child.
Are you going to take turns
taking care of the baby?
Just keep running, man.
You can't give up like this.
Maybe you could go and find a new job?
It looks like I'm tired,
but that's just to make you feel better.
-Hey, honey.
-Hey. How was it?
Good. I totally outran him.
Roman urgently needs to get in shape.
Are you from the Disability Aid Foundation
or something?
What's going on? Why do I smell bleach?
We thought we'd stay for a few days.
-We can sleep in the nursery, can't we?
-Yes, it's no trouble at all. Right?
Yeah, okay.
But you don't have to.
-I'm getting some water. Do you want some?
-Yeah, sure.
Open up. Good boy. Another bite?
You spilled half of it.
Fuck.
-Daddy is reading the newspaper.
-You want Daddy to feed you, don't you?
Yes, you do.
Alright, Daddy will feed you.
Fine. There we go.
What was that all about?
Another bite?
Roman, let Daddy read.
So actually it's quite simple.
Roman, you're 15 minutes late.
I called, but all the lines were busy.
So it didn't work out at the police?
I'll tell you the same thing I told my ex
when his new boyfriend dumped him.
The grass isn't always greener
on the other side.
If you want to be rehired,
you'll have to start at the bottom.
In the Complaints Department.
With the whiners and the screamers.
Will I see you on Monday?
Welcome back.
I'm in Rotterdam West, where…
It's your turn.
-What's there?
-I've told you twice. Feel for yourself.
Jeez.
…at the sports center.
This is where her cell…
I can work with that.
-You could be a bit more excited.
-I can work with that.
-If you don't want to play, we can stop.
-Bo, it's okay. Go on.
-How are you feeling?
-Great. Cut the crap, asshole!
Leave us the hell alone.
Can you rewind that?
Can you play that news report
from the start? And turn it up.
Selina's parents are deeply affected
by the situation.
This is where her cell phone
gave off its last signal.
The police are hoping for new leads…
Selina's parents just arrived…
-What's that about?
-Nothing. Shush.
Mr. Adriaansens, a quick reaction please.
What are you hoping to find out tonight?
-No comment.
-How are you feeling?
Great. Cut the crap, asshole!
Leave us the hell alone.
Is that so hard? Go away!
Selina's parents are deeply affected
by the situation. The reconstruction will…
-Do you want me to…
-No, you don't have to do anything.
You know what?
I think it'd be best if you guys left.
-Why?
-I don't want you here.
We only want to help.
"To help." You know
I don't want to be treated like a victim.
-We don't treat you like a victim.
-Then why are you here?
Honestly…
-What are you doing?
-I have to go somewhere.
-Why are you driving so slow?
-I'm not driving slow.
I can hear you're going 20.
The speed limit's 30. Drive faster.
There you go.
Helen!
-What are you doing here?
-You have to look something up.
-But you're suspended.
-I just want you to check something.
I'm not doing that.
Protocol says it's not allowed.
And what does it say
about dating in the workplace?
-I don't know what you mean.
-No? I can smell…
Black Swan scented candles,
and Manilicious.
The only person I know who wears that
is Tony. Right?
Come here, Tony, you don't have to hide.
Hey, Roman.
-Everything alright?
-Yeah, sure.
We would appreciate your discretion
about this.
Anthony, it's okay.
Helen, can we log on?
This line isn't secure.
I heard you tried to fuck me over,
and are about to leave with my money.
-Says who?
-Andy.
Andy would say anything,
as long as he gets his coke.
-Is it true or not?
-Cut the crap, will you.
Yeah, so? I'm not following.
Let's go, Sparta.
S-P-A-R-T-A.
Roman.
Come on, dude. I'm on my way
to the stadium with my wife and daughter.
-Go ahead.
-I'll be right there.
-They'll lose anyway.
-Yeah, another night gone to hell.
Christ, Helen.
Come on, can't you do better than this?
It's not like we're in a relationship.
At least you lost your virginity.
Shall I play the clip?
Wait a second. This is from the news.
Listen carefully.
-How are you feeling?
-Great.
Cut the crap, asshole!
Leave us the hell alone.
-Heard it?
-I don't understand.
I thought it was just me.
Okay, Helen, play the clip. The phone call
between Lennon and Frank Peeters.
But just the last part. Wait, listen.
What did I say? Less contact.
This line isn't secure.
I heard you tried to fuck me over.
-Says who?
-Andy.
-And?
-Andy would say anything…
-Do you hear it too?
-Fuck.
Is it true or not?
Cut the crap, will you. I mean it.
You're letting him get to you.
And no more contact.
Who says that?
I only said it because…
Hey. Do you want to be there
when we interrogate him?
-Nico, I'm suspended.
-One push of the button…
No, it's okay.
Just drop me off at home.
Someone told me I have to decide
for myself what truly matters.
Who said that?
Must be an incredible dickhead.
-Yes, that's true.
-Hey.
Cheers.
Police, show us your hands!
Well, Mr. Lennon…
Or can I call you John?
Hello.
Where's your lawyer?
I sent him away.
-I don't need a lawyer.
-I didn't know you went to law school.
Why did you send Chielens away?
Because I've been thinking.
I didn't get enough sleep, so I'm
in a bad mood. You're trying my patience.
Thank you.
I have a very important appointment
the day after tomorrow.
You'll have to reschedule, my friend.
With McCartney.
About what?
I'm paying him in crypto for the container
so he'll let my daughter go.
-How much are you paying him?
-Thirty-five million.
If I'm not there, Selina…
McCartney is completely insane.
So I want… That appointment
has to fucking go ahead, alright?
Listen, I'll give you…
I'll give you McCartney and myself,
and I'll tell you everything.
Every detail about our business.
Who did what, McCartney included.
Everything.
But not before Selina is safe. Alright?
-Why did nobody call me?
-I tried. Your phone must have been off.
I want to know everything
that was discussed last night.
I don't care. You do what you have to do,
and I'll do what I have to do. Bye.
-What is she doing here?
-I called her.
Her phone was switched on.
A meeting between Lennon and McCartney?
Where will it take place?
They're meeting tomorrow at three p.m.
in the Market Hall.
It's a public place,
so safe for them both.
There Dieter Adriaansens will personally
transfer 35 million euros in bitcoin.
In exchange Vyacheslav Abdurakhmanova
will let his daughter go.
-Vyacheslav Abdu-who?
-Get why they call him McCartney now?
So you're meeting McCartney over there.
Yes, upstairs in that little bar. Okay.
Nico will be in that apartment over there,
with the peach and the butterfly.
Safi, Tess and the rest
will take up position here.
I'll be with a team at your house.
When we have Selina, we'll arrest him.
Sounds like a good plan.
Better than doing business
with a crazy criminal.
Don't even think about screwing us.
Okay.
-Let's go.
-Yes.
-Hello, Roman.
-Hi, Roman.
Mrs. Limon.
Tomorrow is the big day. Thanks to you.
-If you hadn't heard Dieter…
-Is that Amaya?
-That's why I'm here. Why we are here.
-It's…
It's not easy
with Amaya in her new situation.
We don't know what to do.
You're the only blind person I know,
so I thought…
maybe…
Hi, Amaya.
I'm very glad you came to me.
I know it's really scary right now.
And a lot. I know.
But it's going to be okay.
I promise. It'll be okay.
There are classrooms all around here.
You don't want to know
the kind of mischief I got up to in there.
-You hear that, Amaya?
-Yes.
We're here.
Hello.
Hello. Hi, Roman.
-It's been a long time.
-Far too long.
-You're looking great.
-I know.
-Did you bring someone new?
-Yes. Let me introduce you to Amaya.
Hi, Amaya.
-I'm Sanne. Hey.
-Hi. Dionne.
Amaya, hey.
Sanne will take really good care of you.
She taught me everything.
I already know you're going to do great.
Okay?
Shall I take you to your new classroom?
Yes? Come with me.
All teams, the meeting is at three.
We're on our way to Adriaansens' home.
What are your positions?
Team Alpha. We're in a van with Dieter.
We're waiting for your signal.
Yes, we've arrived too.
-Did you make me coffee? Jerk.
-Charmer.
I'm in position.
We're getting in position as well.
There.
I can't believe so many people
can have such bad taste.
Have you looked in the mirror lately?
Jesus.
-Are you seriously ordering something?
-We'll be here a while.
Hey, chief.
Hi.
-Here you go.
-Thank you.
We're standing by at Selina's.
We're waiting for her.
2:55 P.M.
Playtime's over. Bring him in.
Good afternoon. Come on in.
Yes, he's here.
Dieter, if you can hear me,
give me a wave.
Dieter is in his spot.
Now we wait for McCartney.
Two minutes, guys.
Okay, Dieter.
Just stay calm. Don't worry.
There are cops everywhere. It'll be fine.
No sign of Selina.
Anyone seen McCartney yet?
Negative. No visual yet.
3:10 P.M.
Come on, man.
They're putting up umbrellas, I can't see.
Can anyone see Dieter?
Negative.
Neither can we. We're moving.
Fuck. We're finding a better position.
Let go of me.
-Hello?
-It's Rens at OC.
I have a Belgian colleague
on the phone for you.
I'm busy right now. Can I call back later?
He says it's urgent.
I'm putting him through.
Inspector Van Stechelman speaking,
Belgian police, Ekeren.
I have a Selina Adriaansens with me.
She was thrown out of a van.
What?
She has a message for you.
It reads as follows:
-"Iflos kalamush."
-What does that mean?
What does it mean?
She has no idea.
Keep her there, we're coming to get her.
Goddamn it.
-Come on, pick up.
-Hey, Nico. How are you?
Meryem, quickly.
What does "iflos kalamush" mean?
-Iflos kalamush.
-Dirty rat.
Goddamn it.
Dieter has to get out of there.
What's going on?!
We're on our way.
Nico.
Suus. Selina… in Belgium…
Nico. Nico?
-I…
-Say something.
-No, I…
-Where is she?
We need an ambulance, now!
All teams.
Close down the Market Hall, now.
-He doesn't have a pulse.
-Goddamn it!
Breathe.
Change their diaper regularly as well.
This will prevent rashes and irritation.
It's very important to wash with water,
so no chemicals or disposable wipes.
-Hey, Roman.
-Hey. I'm back.
-Isn't Caro with you?
-No, she's not here.
-Well, take a seat. The first bath.
-Yes, thanks.
Alright.
Gently lower him into the water.
Support his neck.
Make sure you don't let go of him.
What's so funny, Roman?
No, nothing.
Call Nico, cop.
-Hey, Roman.
-Hey, Nico. How did it go?
Terrible. Lennon is dead.
Poisoned, right in front of us.
What? Adriaansens is dead?
How is that possible?
-Now what?
-We've been kicked off the case.
Interpol is taking over.
What does that mean?
The day after tomorrow 78 people
will be arrested in 13 countries.
And McCartney?
He never showed.
They want to pin it on a new leader.
What do you mean? Who?
-Yaqub.
-Yaqub? Come on, they can't be serious.
There's nothing we can do.
Write a letter
to the Ministry of the Interior.
Nico?
-Are you happy with your new car?
-Yes.
-How happy?
-Very happy.
And? Is he an influencer yet?
-I can take you to work with me.
-Can I sell a house then too?
If you study hard, my boy.
That Yaqub…
He's a great guy. A good dad.
-How many did you do?
-Sixteen.
-How many?
-Seventeen.
If you can make it to 100,
you will be just as strong as Daddy.
-Fine. I'll see you at the ninth hole.
-Daddy.
-Honey, leave Daddy alone.
-Daddy.
Come on.
-Hey, sweetheart, are you having fun?
-Yes.
I'm a pirate.
-Adam, slow down.
-Yes, Daddy!
Let him play. Go ahead, honey.
I used to love climbing trees.
He's such a little rascal.
"I'm a pirate," he says.
I should probably get an annual pass
to the emergency room.
Does Adam know what you really do, Yaqub?
Excuse me?
I know who you are. I know you very well.
What is this?
I work for the police.
I've been listening to you for weeks.
I was everywhere.
In your office, your home, your car.
I know everything.
I know everything about you.
I know you're a good dad. I know you come
to this playground every Wednesday.
But I also know what you do.
Alright.
I'm sorry, but…
I really don't know
what you're talking about.
No?
The Uzbek Beatles?
Garcia? The golf club?
Hatem? Naima?
Yaqub, I know about McCartney.
Easy.
I know you're a good guy.
I know.
So I'm here to tell you
they're going to blame it all on you.
-What do you mean?
-They can't get to McCartney.
So they're looking for someone
they do know and can arrest.
The supposed international leader
of the Uzbek Beatles.
You mean me?
-Yes.
-Knock it off.
Just leave me alone. You don't know
who you're fucking with, pal.
I do know.
Stay calm.
You want to see Adam grow up, right?
So listen to me.
Otherwise you'll spend decades in jail.
You know how easy it will be
to make you look like the leader?
You're in pictures,
playing golf with criminals.
You're on tape, discussing deals.
It's going to be so fucking easy.
You have no idea.
Yaqub, if you help me…
I can make sure
you'll only serve a few years.
Then you can be a dad again, to Adam.
You want that, right?
Believe me, I understand you're scared.
But even when you're scared,
you can do the right thing.
What do you want from me?
POLICE
Hey, Nico?
Roman, what the fuck? Go home.
What are you doing here?
I brought someone.
I'll give you McCartney.
NEXT TIME
Are we really considering
putting Roman on that boat by himself
with all those crazy drug dealers?
Unbelievable. They make hundreds
of millions, and yet they meet up on that.
A stupid pancake boat.
Can anyone see Billal or McCartney?
-Why isn't anyone doing anything?!
-Stop it!
Alpha 09 here.
We're boarding in 30 seconds.
Jesus Christ.
Nico, do something.
I can't do anything.
People will die.