Dalziel and Pascoe 1996
What is Dalziel and Pascoe?
Dalziel and Pascoe is a British television crime drama series that premiered on March 16, 1996. The show is based on the mystery novels of the same name written by Reginald Hill.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 61
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 16, 1996
- Last aired
- Jun 22, 2007
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Mystery, Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Dalziel and Pascoe is a British television crime drama series that premiered on March 16, 1996. The show is based on the mystery novels of the same name written by Reginald Hill. Set in the fictional Yorkshire town of Wetherton, the series follows the investigations of the unlikely pair Superintendent Dalziel and Detective Inspector Pascoe. Dalziel, portrayed by Warren Clarke, is characterized as a politically incorrect and blunt senior police officer, while his partner Pascoe, played by Colin Buchanan, is more sensitive and university-educated. Despite their contrasting personalities, the two detectives work together to solve classic murder mysteries. The series was noted for its down-to-earth wit and humor, as well as the evolving bond between the main characters. It ran until 2007 and became a staple of British television crime drama.
Should you watch it?
“Two mismatched detectives solve murder mysteries in the fictional Yorkshire town of Wetherton.”
- contrasting lead characters
- humorous dialogue
- politically incorrect humor
Watch it if you enjoy classic British crime dramas featuring a dynamic duo.
The series contains politically incorrect humor and traditional murder mystery themes.
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Season 1 · 3 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Clubbable Woman Mytharc Mar 16, 1996
- E2 An Advancement of Learning Core Mar 23, 1996
- E3 An Autumn Shroud Mytharc Mar 30, 1996
Season 2 · 4 episodes
- E1 Ruling Passion Mytharc Jun 14, 1997
- E2 A Killing Kindness Mytharc Jun 21, 1997
- E3 Deadheads Core Jun 28, 1997
- E4 Exit Lines Mytharc Jul 12, 1997
Season 3 · 4 episodes
- E1 Under World Mytharc Mar 21, 1998
- E2 Child's Play Core Mar 28, 1998
- E3 Bones and Silence Mytharc Oct 18, 1998
- E4 The Wood Beyond Mytharc Oct 25, 1998
Season 4 · 4 episodes
- E1 On Beulah Height Mytharc Jun 12, 1999
- E2 Recalled to Life Core Jun 19, 1999
- E3 Time to Go Core Jun 26, 1999
- E4 The British Grenadier Mytharc Jul 3, 1999
Season 5 · 4 episodes
- E1 A Sweeter Lazarus Mytharc Jul 1, 2000
- E2 Cunning Old Fox Core Jul 8, 2000
- E3 Foreign Bodies Core Jul 15, 2000
- E4 Above the Law Mytharc Jul 22, 2000
Frequently asked questions
Where is the show set?
The series is set in the fictional Yorkshire town of Wetherton.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are the politically incorrect DS Andrew Dalziel and his university-educated colleague Peter Pascoe.
How is Dalziel pronounced?
The name is pronounced Dee-ell.
What is the relationship between the leads?
They are an unlikely duo who work together to solve murder mysteries.
What is the tone of the show?
The show balances classic murder mystery investigations with down-to-earth wit and humor.
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