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Inspector George Gently: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

BBC (U.K.) drama and crime series (2008–2017), 8 seasons.

Season complete BBC (U.K.) Listings updated October 3, 2026 Listings

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Quick answer · Season 8

Inspector George Gently is a drama and crime series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2008 to 2017 with 8 seasons and 24 episodes. Inspector George Gently has ended. Its final episode aired on October 30, 2017.

U.S. premiere: May 21, 2017
Where: BBC (U.K.)
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 2
Finale: October 30, 2017

Where to watch Inspector George Gently season 8 in the U.S.

Where to watch Inspector George Gently season 8 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
BBC (U.K.)	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	May 21, 2017 – October 30, 2017	Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1]

Season 8 episode schedule

Inspector George Gently season 8 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	Title	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	Gently Liberated	Sun, May 21, 2017 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Gently and the New Age	Mon, Oct 30, 2017 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About Inspector George Gently

Season 8: Season 8 of Inspector George Gently aired from May 21, 2017 to October 30, 2017 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

Network / service: BBC One (first aired July 13, 2008)
Official site: bbc.co.uk
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Martin Shaw (George Gently), Lee Ingleby (John Bacchus)

All seasons

Season 8

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Season 8 of Inspector George Gently aired from May 21, 2017 to October 30, 2017 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

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Season 7

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Season 7 of Inspector George Gently aired from April 29, 2015 to May 20, 2015 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

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Season 6

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Season 6 of Inspector George Gently aired from February 6, 2014 to February 27, 2014 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

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Season 5

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Season 5 of Inspector George Gently aired from August 26, 2012 to September 16, 2012 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

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Season 4

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Season 4 of Inspector George Gently aired from September 4, 2011 to September 11, 2011 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

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Season 3

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Season 3 of Inspector George Gently aired from September 26, 2010 to October 3, 2010 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

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Season 2

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Season 2 of Inspector George Gently aired from May 3, 2009 to May 24, 2009 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

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Season 1

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Season 1 of Inspector George Gently aired from July 13, 2008 to July 20, 2008 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of Inspector George Gently are there?

Inspector George Gently has 8 seasons and 24 episodes listed, airing from July 13, 2008 to October 30, 2017.

Is Inspector George Gently cancelled or ended?

Inspector George Gently has ended. Its final episode aired on October 30, 2017.

Where can I watch Inspector George Gently?

Inspector George Gently originally aired on BBC (U.K.) in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check BBC (U.K.)'s own app and the major streaming services for the current home.