Quick answer · Season 5
The Detectives is a comedy series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1993 to 1997 with 5 seasons and 29 episodes. The Detectives has ended. Its final episode aired on February 18, 1997.
- U.S. premiere
- January 14, 1997
- Where
- BBC (U.K.)
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 6
- Finale
- February 18, 1997
Where to watch The Detectives season 5 in the U.S.
| Where | How | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC (U.K.) | Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable | – | Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1] |
Season 5 episode schedule
| Ep. | Title | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Special Branch | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | Cardiac Arrest | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 3 | The Beast of Hackney Marshes | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 4 | The Curse of the Comanches | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 5 | Best Man | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 6 | Mine's a Large One | [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 The Detectives
The Detectives is a comedy series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1993 to 1997 with 5 seasons and 29 episodes. The Detectives has ended. Its final episode aired on February 18, 1997.
Season 5: Season 5 of The Detectives aired from January 14, 1997 to February 18, 1997 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
- Network / service: BBC One (first aired January 27, 1993)
- Official site: bbc.co.uk
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Jasper Carrott (Bob Louis), Robert Powell (Dave Briggs)
All seasons
Season 5
Season completeSeason 5 of The Detectives aired from January 14, 1997 to February 18, 1997 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 4
Season completeSeason 4 of The Detectives aired from February 15, 1996 to March 14, 1996 on BBC (U.K.) (5 episodes).
Season 3
Season completeSeason 3 of The Detectives aired from January 9, 1995 to February 13, 1995 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 2
Season completeSeason 2 of The Detectives aired from March 2, 1994 to April 6, 1994 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 1
Season completeSeason 1 of The Detectives aired from January 27, 1993 to March 3, 1993 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Common questions
How many seasons of The Detectives are there?
The Detectives has 5 seasons and 29 episodes listed, airing from January 27, 1993 to February 18, 1997.
Is The Detectives cancelled or ended?
The Detectives has ended. Its final episode aired on February 18, 1997.
Where can I watch The Detectives?
The Detectives 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.
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Sources
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