The Sweeney

In the Supersnout episode set in Toronto, Haskins is away and his temporary replacement, DCI Quirk, becomes fixated on apprehending a gang of thieves. The story features a guest appearance by Bill Maynard alongside regulars John Thaw and Dennis Waterman.

Supersnout is a television programme presented as a single episode, falling within the broader genre of episodic drama. It follows the familiar format of the series, delivering a self‑contained story that fits neatly into the programme’s established style. The episode is structured around a handful of central characters and a concise narrative that unfolds over its runtime. The storyline centres on Haskins, who finds himself in Toronto while his usual role is temporarily filled by DCI Quirk. Acting as Haskins’s stand‑in, Quirk becomes increasingly fixated on tracking down a gang of thieves operating in the city. His determination drives the plot forward, as he pursues the criminals with a single‑minded intensity that dominates the episode’s action. The episode also features a guest appearance by Bill Maynard, adding a notable presence to the cast. Alongside Maynard, the programme includes performances by John Thaw and Dennis Waterman, both of whom contribute to the unfolding events. Their involvement rounds out the ensemble, providing additional depth to the narrative while staying within the episode’s focused storyline.