The Detectives

★ 6.9 /10 20 votes

January 27, 1993 - February 18, 1997 5 Seasons 29 Episodes 25 min Ended NR

Comedy

Overview

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 & Episodes

Season 1

1993 • 6 Episodes

Season 2

1994 • 6 Episodes

Season 3

1995 • 6 Episodes

Season 4

1996 • 5 Episodes

Season 5

1997 • 6 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Created By
                                    Jasper Carrott
                                

                                    Network
                                    BBC One
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.9/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United Kingdom
                                

Cast & Crew

Robert Powell

Dave Briggs

George Sewell

Superintendent Cottam

Jasper Carrott

Bob Louis

Frank Windsor

Chief Superintendent

Tony Selby

Sgt. 'Nozzer' Richardson

Dicken Ashworth

Landlord

Mark Steel

Pike

Kristy Bruce

Olivia

Jason Hall

Ronnie

Max Digby

D.C. Hopkins

Anthony Valentine

Chaffeur

Simon Slater

D.C. Quirke

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Detectives about?

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...

How many seasons does The Detectives have?

The Detectives has 5 seasons with 29 episodes.

When did The Detectives premiere?

The Detectives premiered on January 27, 1993.

Is The Detectives still running?

No, The Detectives has ended. The final episode aired on February 18, 1997.

Where can I watch The Detectives?

The Detectives originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Who created The Detectives?

The Detectives was created by Jasper Carrott.

What is the rating of The Detectives?

The Detectives has a rating of 6.9/10 based on user reviews.