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Status: Returning Series

Network: BBC One

Type: Scripted

Rating: 7.0/10

Armchair Detectives

TV SERIES 2017 1 SEASON

Overview

A gameshow in which three amateur sleuths head to the fictional town of Mortcliff to solve a deadly crime, from the comfort of the Armchairs in the studio. They'll watch the drama play out as Mortcliff's crack team of detectives - DI Knight, DC Slater and Scenes of Crime Officer Simmons - make enquiries with the local residents.

This production, originally released in 2017, 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 7.0 across its 1 season.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Crime and Drama.
  • • Produced in United Kingdom.
  • • Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

Seasons

Armchair Detectives - Series 1 Episode Guide

Series 1

20 Episodes • Aired 2017-11-20

Susan Calman hosts as three amateur sleuths head to the fictional town of Mortcliff to solve a deadly crime. From the comfort of armchairs in the studio, they watch the drama play out as Mortcliff's crack team of detectives - DI Knight, DC Slater and scene of crime officer Simmons - make enquiries with the local residents. But in a show where everyone has a motive, it might prove harder to catch the culprit than you think. The Armchair Detectives are introduced to suspects, uncover vital clues and share their thoughts and theories as the story unfolds, before making their final accusation in a bid to win the golden magnifying glass trophy.

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