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 · 51 min
Van der Valk and Arlette are subjected to threats on their lives. Who is the hidden enemy?
Accidental
Sep 12, 1977 · 51 min
An international scandal over charges of corruption in high places. The Chief Inspector disappears, but has he sold out?
The Runt
Sep 19, 1977 · 51 min
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 · 51 min
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 · 50 min
Arlene buys a cheap fur coat leading Van der Valk to an organised crime syndicate.
Face Value
Oct 17, 1977 · 49 min
Van der Valk looks into possible art forgery when a painter is found dead.
Gold Plated Delinquents
Nov 14, 1977 · 51 min
Two teenagers from privileged backgrounds are suspected of burglary.