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Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.8/10
Trial & Retribution
Overview
Devised and written by Lynda La Plante as a follow-on from her successful television series Prime Suspect, this vast police procedural follows police detectives in England as they investigate crimes and the trials that come about as a result.
This production, originally released in 1997, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Crime, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.8 across its 12 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Crime and Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
2 Episodes • Aired 1997-10-19
A five-year-old girl goes missing and the police are called to search for her. When her body is found, it becomes a murder investigation, headed by DS Michael Walker.
Season 2
2 Episodes • Aired 1998-10-18
DS Walker pursues Damon Morton, accused of brutally attacking women, but the case is complicated by false confessions and alibis.
Season 3
2 Episodes • Aired 1999-10-05
15-year-old Cassie Black goes missing on her paper round in south London. An anonymous phone call leads the police to a boathouse in Putney where they discover her blood-stained jacket and trainers. An inquiry is launched.
Season 4
2 Episodes • Aired 2000-10-02
DI Pat North is assigned to look into a 15-year-old case that may clear a man convicted of murder eight years ago.
Season 5
2 Episodes • Aired 2001-06-17
Walker investigates the discovery of a 17-year-old skeleton underneath the patio of a former bed and breakfast. His situation is worsened as he's partnered with North's ex-boyfriend.
