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Watchdog is a documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1985 to 2019 with 42 seasons and 791 episodes. Watchdog has ended. Its final episode aired on October 17, 2019.
- U.S. premiere
- September 12, 2019
- Where
- BBC (U.K.)
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 6
- Finale
- October 17, 2019
Where to watch Watchdog season 42 in the U.S.
| Where | How | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC (U.K.) | Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable | – | Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1] |
Season 42 episode schedule
| Ep. | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 3 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 4 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 5 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 6 | [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 Watchdog
Watchdog is a documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1985 to 2019 with 42 seasons and 791 episodes. Watchdog has ended. Its final episode aired on October 17, 2019.
Season 42: Season 42 of Watchdog aired from September 12, 2019 to October 17, 2019 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
- Network / service: BBC One (first aired July 14, 1985)
- Official site: bbc.co.uk
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Anne Robinson (Presenter), Nicky Campbell (Presenter), Paul Heiney (Presenter), Alice Beer (Presenter), Matt Allwright (Presenter)
All seasons
Season 42
Season completeSeason 42 of Watchdog aired from September 12, 2019 to October 17, 2019 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 41
Season completeSeason 41 of Watchdog aired from May 1, 2019 to June 5, 2019 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 40
Season completeSeason 40 of Watchdog aired from October 31, 2018 to December 5, 2018 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 39
Season completeSeason 39 of Watchdog aired from April 18, 2018 to May 23, 2018 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 38
Season completeSeason 38 of Watchdog aired from June 28, 2017 to August 2, 2017 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 37
Season completeSeason 37 of Watchdog aired from November 2, 2016 to December 21, 2016 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 36
Season completeSeason 36 of Watchdog aired from October 8, 2015 to December 3, 2015 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 35
Season completeSeason 35 of Watchdog aired from May 7, 2015 to June 25, 2015 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 34
Season completeSeason 34 of Watchdog aired from October 16, 2014 to December 4, 2014 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 33
Season completeSeason 33 of Watchdog aired from May 14, 2014 to July 2, 2014 on BBC (U.K.) (7 episodes).
Season 32
Season completeSeason 32 of Watchdog aired from September 18, 2013 to November 6, 2013 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 31
Season completeSeason 31 of Watchdog aired from May 1, 2013 to June 19, 2013 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 30
Season completeSeason 30 of Watchdog aired from September 12, 2012 to October 31, 2012 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 29
Season completeSeason 29 of Watchdog aired from March 15, 2012 to May 3, 2012 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 28
Season completeSeason 28 of Watchdog aired from September 1, 2011 to October 20, 2011 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 27
Season completeSeason 27 of Watchdog aired from April 7, 2011 to May 26, 2011 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
Season 26
Season completeSeason 26 of Watchdog aired from September 9, 2010 to November 25, 2010 on BBC (U.K.) (10 episodes).
Season 25
Season completeSeason 25 of Watchdog aired from May 6, 2010 to July 8, 2010 on BBC (U.K.) (10 episodes).
Season 24
Season completeSeason 24 of Watchdog aired from September 10, 2009 to November 12, 2009 on BBC (U.K.) (10 episodes).
Season 23
Season completeSeason 23 of Watchdog aired from October 13, 2008 to May 18, 2009 on BBC (U.K.) (30 episodes).
Season 22
Season completeSeason 22 of Watchdog aired from October 3, 2007 to May 12, 2008 on BBC (U.K.) (30 episodes).
Season 21
Season completeSeason 21 of Watchdog aired from October 3, 2006 to May 2, 2007 on BBC (U.K.) (29 episodes).
Season 20
Season completeSeason 20 of Watchdog aired from September 6, 2005 to May 9, 2006 on BBC (U.K.) (34 episodes).
Season 19
Season completeSeason 19 of Watchdog aired from September 7, 2004 to April 12, 2005 on BBC (U.K.) (30 episodes).
Season 18
Season completeSeason 18 of Watchdog aired from September 2, 2003 to April 27, 2004 on BBC (U.K.) (30 episodes).
Season 17
Season completeSeason 17 of Watchdog aired from September 3, 2002 to May 6, 2003 on BBC (U.K.) (30 episodes).
Season 16
Season completeSeason 16 of Watchdog aired from September 13, 2001 to April 9, 2002 on BBC (U.K.) (29 episodes).
Season 15
Season completeSeason 15 of Watchdog aired from October 5, 2000 to April 26, 2001 on BBC (U.K.) (29 episodes).
Season 14
Season completeSeason 14 of Watchdog aired from September 9, 1999 to May 4, 2000 on BBC (U.K.) (34 episodes).
Season 13
Season completeSeason 13 of Watchdog aired from September 10, 1998 to April 8, 1999 on BBC (U.K.) (29 episodes).
Season 12
Season completeSeason 12 of Watchdog aired from September 4, 1997 to June 4, 1998 on BBC (U.K.) (40 episodes).
Season 11
Season completeSeason 11 of Watchdog aired from September 5, 1996 to March 27, 1997 on BBC (U.K.) (29 episodes).
Season 10
Season completeSeason 10 of Watchdog aired from September 4, 1995 to March 25, 1996 on BBC (U.K.) (28 episodes).
Season 9
Season completeSeason 9 of Watchdog aired from September 5, 1994 to May 1, 1995 on BBC (U.K.) (32 episodes).
Season 8
Season completeSeason 8 of Watchdog aired from September 6, 1993 to May 23, 1994 on BBC (U.K.) (35 episodes).
Season 7
Season completeSeason 7 of Watchdog aired from September 7, 1992 to April 5, 1993 on BBC (U.K.) (28 episodes).
Season 6
Season completeSeason 6 of Watchdog aired from September 30, 1991 to April 13, 1992 on BBC (U.K.) (24 episodes).
Season 5
Season completeSeason 5 of Watchdog aired from October 1, 1990 to February 4, 1991 on BBC (U.K.) (17 episodes).
Season 4
Season completeSeason 4 of Watchdog aired from September 4, 1989 to December 18, 1989 on BBC (U.K.) (16 episodes).
Season 3
Season completeSeason 3 of Watchdog aired from October 3, 1988 to April 10, 1989 on BBC (U.K.) (24 episodes).
Season 2
Season completeSeason 2 of Watchdog aired from November 15, 1987 to May 23, 1988 on BBC (U.K.) (24 episodes).
Season 1
Season completeSeason 1 of Watchdog aired from July 14, 1985 to October 6, 1985 on BBC (U.K.) (13 episodes).
Common questions
How many seasons of Watchdog are there?
Watchdog has 42 seasons and 791 episodes listed, airing from July 14, 1985 to October 17, 2019.
Is Watchdog cancelled or ended?
Watchdog has ended. Its final episode aired on October 17, 2019.
Where can I watch Watchdog?
Watchdog 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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