Episode 1: Love in Amsterdam
Is cynical Amsterdam detective Piet Van der Valk’s favorite Vermeer painting the key to two senseless murders and a suspected kidnapping? In Episode 1, art, politics, and passion mix in a case that breaks in Piet’s new assistant and prompts discord with the police chief. Piet’s sidekick, Lucienne, courts death. Meanwhile, a bitter political campaign counts down to a fateful election.
Previews + Extras
Scene
S1 E1 - 1m 18s
Detective Piet Van der Valk and his team have their daily briefing in an unconventional meeting location.
The Cast & Creators on Van der Valk
S1 E1 - 3m 39s
Learn what inspired the creators and cast of the new series to bring the story of Piet Van der Valk to the screen!
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