The absurd adventures of two defective detectives, who - despite unbelievable incompetence - somehow manage to solve their cases (or be nearby when the cases are solved) and retain their jobs.
- Created by
- Jasper Carrott
Seasons and episodes
5 seasons · 29 episodes
S5 E1Special Branch
Jan 14, 1997
The Superintendent selects the duo for a particularly sensitive assignment. His granddaughter has become involved in an anti-road protest and he needs Louis and Briggs to 'rescue' her.
S5 E2Cardiac Arrest
Jan 21, 1997
When a gang member is shot during a getaway, Briggs and Louis are dispatched to the hospital. But with so many sick people, doctors and nurses around, Louis' hypochondria knows no bounds...
S5 E3The Beast Of Hackney Marshes
Jan 28, 1997
A night patrolling the marshes, on the lookout for an escaped bear, is really not what our heroes had in mind - particularly when their umbrella act for the Super's variety show is really coming together.
S5 E4The Curse Of The Comanches
Feb 4, 1997
When Briggs and Louis, helped by a mysterious Commanch Chief, go on the hunt for a sacred Indian carving, they soon find themselves on the trail of tragedy, death and disaster...
S5 E5Best Man
Feb 11, 1997
Much to his and everybody else's astonishment, Briggs is chosen to be best man at a colleague's wedding. When he discovers just who the bride's father is, Briggs isn't exactly keen either...
S5 E6Mine's A Large One
Feb 18, 1997
Briggs and Louis have found their true vocation - the river police. With peace, quiet and the total absence of any type of crime, it seems like paradise. Then the boat runs into an unexploded WWII river mine...
Starring
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch The Detectives?
- The Detectives is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of The Detectives are there?
- The Detectives has 5 seasons and 29 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of The Detectives?
- The Detectives has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on February 18, 1997.
- Who stars in The Detectives?
- The Detectives stars Robert Powell, George Sewell, Jasper Carrott, Frank Windsor, Tony Selby.
