

TV series
Pie in the Sky
1994–1997, English, on BBC One. Created by Andrew Payne.
Pie in the Sky is a British offbeat police comedy drama programme starring Richard Griffiths and Maggie Steed, created by Andrew Payne and first broadcast in five series on BBC1 between 13 March 1994 and 17 August 1997 as well as being syndicated on other channels in other countries, including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. The series departs slightly from other police dramas in that the protagonist, Henry Crabbe, while still being an on-duty policeman, is also the head chef of the title restaurant set in the fictional town of Middleton and county of Westershire.
- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes
- 40
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Ended in 1997
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Where to watch Pie in the Sky
Pie in the Sky is streaming on Britbox, PBS, and PBS Masterpiece in India.
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Latest episode
S5 E8: Smelling of Roses
Aired 17 August 1997
Seasons 5
Cast & crew
- Andrew PayneCreator
- Richard GriffithsHenry Crabbe · 40 ep
- Maggie SteedMargaret Crabbe · 36 ep
- Malcolm SinclairFreddy Fisher · 33 ep
- Nick RaggettHenderson · 27 ep
- Bella EnahoroPC Cambridge · 27 ep
- Samantha WomackNichola · 22 ep
- Ashley RussellJohn · 21 ep
- Joe DuttineSteve Turner · 21 ep
- Nicholas LamontGary Palmer · 20 ep
- Alison McKennaLinda · 10 ep
- Marsha ThomasonSally · 8 ep
- Mary WoodvinePC Jane Morton · 7 ep
Details
- First aired
- 13 March 1994
- Last aired
- 17 August 1997
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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Pie in the Sky: quick answers
Is Pie in the Sky worth watching?
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How many seasons of Pie in the Sky are there?
Pie in the Sky has 5 seasons and 40 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is Pie in the Sky finished?
Yes. Pie in the Sky ended in 1997, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Pie in the Sky on?
Pie in the Sky is streaming on Britbox, PBS, and PBS Masterpiece in India. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
Pie in the Sky parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Pie in the Sky yet.
What shows are like Pie in the Sky?
If you liked Pie in the Sky, try A Nero Wolfe Mystery, Claws, Alice.
Who created Pie in the Sky?
Pie in the Sky was created by Andrew Payne and stars Richard Griffiths, Maggie Steed, Malcolm Sinclair.





