Bookish 2025
What is Bookish?
Bookish is a British crime drama television series. Created by and starring Mark Gatiss, the series follows the proprietor of an antiquarian bookshop who uses his vast collection to help unravel baffling cases.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 52 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 16, 2025
- Last aired
- Jul 16, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- U&Alibi
- Genres
- Crime, Mystery, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 39 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~52 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Network
- U&Alibi
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Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 52-minute runtime.
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Overview
Bookish is a British crime drama television series. Created by and starring Mark Gatiss, the series follows the proprietor of an antiquarian bookshop who uses his vast collection to help unravel baffling cases. He is joined by a group of lovable yet troubled individuals who receive informal protection and guidance from him. The series explores post-war London, a dangerous place for men like Book. Bookish is a TV-MA rated series, classified under the genres of Crime, Mystery, and Drama. The series has received a 62% user rating and has been renewed for a second series prior to the broadcast of the first series.
Should you watch it?
“A bookshop owner solves baffling crimes using his literary treasures and a loyal, flawed crew.”
- Intriguing blend of literary sleuthing and post‑war London atmosphere
- Created and led by acclaimed writer‑actor Mark Gatiss
- Strong ensemble of lovable yet troubled characters
- Mature content may limit younger viewers
- Pacing can be deliberate, requiring patience
Watch it if you enjoy cerebral mysteries set against a gritty historical backdrop.
The series is rated TV‑MA, featuring mature themes, violence and complex adult situations.
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Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Slightly Foxed (1) Mytharc Jul 16, 2025
- E2 Slightly Foxed (2) Core Jul 16, 2025
- E3 Deadly Nitrate (1) Core Jul 16, 2025
- E4 Deadly Nitrate (2) Core Jul 16, 2025
- E5 Such Devoted Sisters (1) Mytharc Jul 16, 2025
- E6 Such Devoted Sisters (2) Mytharc Jul 16, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Who created Bookish?
Bookish was created by Mark Gatiss, who also stars in the series.
Who plays Gabriel Book?
Gabriel Book is portrayed by Mark Gatiss.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is a British crime drama that incorporates mystery elements.
When did Bookish first premiere?
The series debuted in 2025.
Is there more than one season?
It was renewed for a second series before the first broadcast.
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