Jane Seymour Pushes Boundaries in 'Harry Wild'

Sharp of tongue and mind, audacious and often bawdy, Jane Seymour plays the eponymous professor-turned-detective in Acorn TV’s hit Harry Wild, which just debuted its third season. Seymour is the main draw but not the only reason to stick around for this fun and clever cozy mystery series. Her sleuthing partnership with the bright and cheeky teenage sidekick Fergus (Rohan Nedd) has an unusual beginning (he mugs her) but quickly establishes itself as a complex, rewarding relationship upon which the show anchors its heart. Harry Wild explores themes of career, family, and, of course, murder.

The first two seasons established Harry and Fergus as a great team and forces to be reckoned with. Their agency frequently solves cases before their police counterparts, much to the chagrin of Harry’s police detective son Charlie (Kevin Ryan). Season 3 sees this rivalry continue as the duo solves increasingly intricate mysteries. Harry’s daughter-in-law Orla (Amy Huberman) and granddaughter Lola (Rose O’Neill) become more prominent and are vital components of several episodes. Harry is challenged and infuriated by a new character and fellow private dick, Harry Benedict (Lochlann Ó Mearáin), who may just be her next love interest. The series leans into its escapism but also delves into the psychological side of crime, revealing the often tragic “why” behind a death.

Seymour recently graciously entertained TellyVisions to talk about character, defying conventions, and her fellow co-stars in Harry Wild’s Season 3.