Van der Valk: Season 3
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Van der Valk Season 2.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
Enemy
Sep 5, 1977
Van der Valk and Arlette are subjected to threats on their lives. Who is the hidden enemy?
Accidental
Sep 12, 1977
An international scandal over charges of corruption in high places. The Chief Inspector disappears, but has he sold out?
The Runt
Sep 19, 1977
A likeable rogue, a small time thief and con-man, for whom Van der Valk develops a grudging affection. But the thief suddenly becomes wealthy and also seems to be connected with an
Wolf
Sep 26, 1977
A young German is murdered in his bed. The apartment is littered with clues. For Van der Valk there is a clue too many.
Everybody Does It
Oct 10, 1977
Arlene buys a cheap fur coat leading Van der Valk to an organised crime syndicate.
Face Value
Oct 17, 1977
Van der Valk looks into possible art forgery when a painter is found dead.
Gold Plated Delinquents
Nov 14, 1977
Two teenagers from privileged backgrounds are suspected of burglary.