TV series
The Detectives
1993–1997, English, on BBC One. Created by Jasper Carrott.
The absurd adventures of two defective detectives, who - despite unbelievable incompetence - somehow manage to solve their cases (or be nearby when the cases are solved) and retain their jobs.
- Seasons
- 5
- Episodes
- 29
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Status
- Ended in 1997
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Latest episode
S5 E6: Mine's A Large One
Aired 18 February 1997
Seasons 5
Cast & crew
- Jasper CarrottCreator
- Robert PowellDave Briggs · 29 ep
- George SewellSuperintendent Cottam · 29 ep
- Jasper CarrottBob Louis · 29 ep
- Frank WindsorChief Superintendent · 8 ep
- Tony SelbySgt. 'Nozzer' Richardson · 6 ep
- Dicken AshworthDerek · 3 ep
- Mark SteelSecond copper · 3 ep
- Kristy BruceOlivia · 2 ep
- Jason HallRonnie · 2 ep
- Max DigbyD.C. Hopkins · 2 ep
- Anthony ValentineChaffeur · 2 ep
- Simon SlaterD.I. Simpson · 2 ep
Details
- First aired
- 27 January 1993
- Last aired
- 18 February 1997
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- NR
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The Detectives: quick answers
Is The Detectives worth watching?
The Detectives doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The Detectives are there?
The Detectives has 5 seasons and 29 episodes, about 25 minutes each.
Is The Detectives finished?
Yes. The Detectives ended in 1997, so you can watch the whole story.
Is The Detectives suitable for kids?
The Detectives is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Detectives?
If you liked The Detectives, try Reno 911!, Barney Miller, No Activity.
Who created The Detectives?
The Detectives was created by Jasper Carrott and stars Robert Powell, George Sewell, Jasper Carrott.