Kate Phillips Talks Miss Scarlet Season 6 Ahead of New Episodes on PBS
Miss Scarlet, the popular period mystery series on PBS MASTERPIECE, returns with its sixth season featuring star Kate Phillips and an evolving storyline that deepens both romance and crime‑solving in Victorian London.
In a new MASTERPIECE Studio podcast episode released today, Phillips discusses how Eliza Scarlet’s personal life is beginning to catch up with her professional life in the latest chapter of the series. After a tense but hopeful conclusion to Season 5, Eliza and Detective Inspector Alexander Blake, played by Tom Durant‑Pritchard, are now navigating the early stages of a romantic relationship while continuing to collaborate on cases.
The actress describes how this dynamic adds both warmth and complication to Eliza’s character. Though the couple has shared their feelings privately, they are trying to keep the relationship discreet to protect Eliza’s reputation and her business—a balancing act that creates new tension and emotional stakes for the central detective.
Phillips also touches on Eliza’s growth over the long‑running series. Once intensely focused on her work and fiercely independent, Eliza now faces the unfamiliar challenge of blending a meaningful relationship with her duties as a sleuth in a male‑dominated world. This blend of romance, humour, and mystery remains a defining appeal of the show’s latest episodes.
Season 6 of Miss Scarlet premiered on January 11, 2026 on PBS, following an early streaming launch in December 2025 on PBS Passport and Prime Video. Alongside Phillips and Durant‑Pritchard, the series features returning cast members including Cathy Belton and Ansu Kabia, and introduces new faces in Scotland Yard roles, expanding the world of Victorian‑era crime and investigation.
Fans can expect a mix of intriguing mysteries and character‑driven storytelling as Eliza strives to “have it all” without sacrificing her independence or her heart. Season 6 continues to highlight why Miss Scarlet has become a favorite on PBS MASTERPIECE.