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C.I.D. 1998

★ 5.7/10 · 30 votes TV-14 Action & AdventureCrimeDramaMystery 2 seasons · 1651 eps Returning Series
Where to watch: Netflix
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What is C.I.D.?

C.I.D. is an Indian police procedural television series that premiered on Sony Entertainment Television on 21 January 1998.

Type
TV series
Year
1998
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
1,651
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Jan 21, 1998
Last aired
Dec 14, 2025
Original language
HI
Origin
IN
Networks
Netflix, Sony Entertainment Television, SonyLIV
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama, Mystery
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Overview

C.I.D. is an Indian police procedural television series that premiered on Sony Entertainment Television on 21 January 1998. The series was created by B. P. Singh and produced under the banner of Fireworks Productions. The narrative follows a team of dedicated men and women who work for the Crime Investigation Department of the police force. These officers risk everything to solve Mumbai's toughest and most complicated crimes. To assist in their investigations, the team seeks the help of a professional forensic expert to resolve various criminal cases. The cast includes actors such as Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, Aditya Srivastav, and Dinesh Phadnis. As a long-running television anthology series, the show has remained a fixture in Indian media. Viewers can access the series through various streaming platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+. The production history of the series involves multiple producers, including B. P. Singh, Pradeep Uppoor, Deepak Dhar, Rajesh Chadha, and Akshay Singh, who have contributed to the show since its inception in the late 1990s.

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“A dedicated team of officers works to solve Mumbai's most complex and challenging criminal cases.”

Reasons to watch
  • long-running series
  • engaging investigative plots
Keep in mind
  • large volume of episodes

Watch it if you enjoy police procedurals centered on team-based crime solving.

The series focuses on crime investigation and police work.

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Frequently asked questions

What is C.I.D. about?

It follows a team of officers in the Crime Investigation Department who solve complicated crimes in Mumbai.

Who created the series?

The show was created by B.P. Singh.

When did the series premiere?

The show premiered on January 21, 1998.

Who are some of the cast members?

The series features actors including Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, Aditya Srivastav, and Dinesh Phadnis.

Where can the show be watched?

It is available on platforms such as Sony Entertainment Television, Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.