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Cold Squad 1998

★ 7.1/10 · 14 votes TV-14 DramaCrime 7 seasons · 98 eps Ended
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What is Cold Squad?

Cold Squad is a Canadian police procedural television series that premiered in 1998. The program follows the investigations of a specialized unit within the Vancouver Police Department Homicide Division.

Type
TV series
Year
1998
Status
Ended
Episodes
98
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Jan 23, 1998
Last aired
Jun 4, 2005
Original language
EN
Origin
CA
Networks
CTV
Genres
Drama, Crime
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Overview

Cold Squad is a Canadian police procedural television series that premiered in 1998. The program follows the investigations of a specialized unit within the Vancouver Police Department Homicide Division. This group, known as the Cold Squad, is tasked with solving cold cases. Throughout the duration of the series, the unit is led by Sergeant Ali McCormick, who is portrayed by Julie Stewart. The show features a diverse and changing cast of characters, with McCormick serving as the only individual to appear in all seven seasons of the program. Between the second and third seasons, the production underwent significant changes, as nearly the entire on-screen cast was replaced. This transition period also included the introduction of new sets, as well as a comprehensive revamp of the show's theme music and opening credits. The series focuses on the procedural efforts of the department as they revisit and attempt to resolve unsolved criminal investigations.

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Should you watch it?

“A dedicated Vancouver police unit investigates long-unsolved homicide cases in this enduring Canadian procedural series.”

Reasons to watch
  • focus on cold cases
  • long-running series
  • diverse cast
Keep in mind
  • significant cast turnover between seasons
  • major production changes after second season

Watch it if you enjoy police procedurals that focus on solving historical homicide investigations.

The series features police procedural content and themes related to homicide investigations.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 11 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 15 episodes
Season 3 · 13 episodes
Season 4 · 20 episodes
Season 5 · 13 episodes

Frequently asked questions

When did Cold Squad first air?

The series was first broadcast in 1998.

Who leads the Cold Squad?

The unit is led by Sergeant Ali McCormick, portrayed by Julie Stewart.

How many seasons does the show have?

The series consists of 7 seasons.

Did the cast remain consistent?

The cast was diverse and changing, with Julie Stewart being the only actor to appear in all 7 seasons.

Were there major changes to the show?

Between the second and third seasons, almost the entire on-screen cast was replaced alongside new sets and updated production elements.