Da Vinci's Inquest 1998

Overview

Da Vinci's Inquest is a Canadian dramatic television series that aired on CBC Television from 1998 to 2005. The program, which was set and filmed in Vancouver, consists of seven seasons with thirteen episodes each, totaling ninety-one episodes. The narrative follows Dominic Da Vinci, a character portrayed by Nicholas Campbell. Da Vinci is a former undercover officer for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who transitions into his role as a crusading coroner. In this capacity, he actively seeks justice throughout the various cases he investigates. The series features an ensemble cast that includes Gwynyth Walsh as Patricia Da Vinci, who serves as the chief pathologist and is the ex-wife of the protagonist. Additionally, Donnelly Rhodes appears in the series as detective Leo Shannon. While the show was not considered a ratings blockbuster during its original run, it maintained a consistent production schedule over its seven-year tenure on the network. The series remains a notable example of Canadian television drama focusing on the intersection of forensic investigation and the pursuit of legal justice.