Dempsey and Makepeace 1985
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What is Dempsey and Makepeace?
Dempsey and Makepeace is a British television crime drama produced by London Weekend Television for ITV. The series was created and produced by Ranald Graham.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 30
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 11, 1985
- Last aired
- Nov 1, 1986
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
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Dempsey and Makepeace is a British television crime drama produced by London Weekend Television for ITV. The series was created and produced by Ranald Graham. It combines elements of previous series, including the mismatching of characters from different backgrounds and classes, as seen in The Persuaders!, and action-oriented storylines, similar to those found in The Professionals. The series features a lead cast, consisting of Michael Brandon and Glynis Barber, who later married each other. Their union occurred on 18 November 1989.
Should you watch it?
“A gritty British crime drama pairing a streetwise American detective with a refined English police officer.”
- engaging character chemistry
- fast-paced action sequences
- contrasting detective styles may feel formulaic
Watch it if you enjoy classic police partnerships featuring clashing cultural backgrounds.
The series contains action-oriented crime drama elements typical of the mid-1980s television era.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Armed and Extremely Dangerous Jan 11, 1985
- E2 The Squeeze Jan 18, 1985
- E3 Lucky Streak Jan 25, 1985
- E4 Given to Acts of Violence Feb 1, 1985
- E5 Hors De Combat Feb 8, 1985
- E6 Nowhere to Run Feb 15, 1985
- E7 Make Peace, Not War Feb 22, 1985
- E8 Blind Eye Mar 1, 1985
- E9 Cry God for Harry Mar 8, 1985
- E10 Judgement Mar 15, 1985
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Silver Dollar Aug 31, 1985
- E2 Wheelman Sep 7, 1985
- E3 Love You to Death Sep 14, 1985
- E4 No Surrender Sep 21, 1985
- E5 Tequila Sunrise Sep 28, 1985
- E6 Blood Money Oct 5, 1985
- E7 Set a Thief Oct 12, 1985
- E8 The Hit Oct 19, 1985
- E9 In the Dark Oct 26, 1985
- E10 The Bogeyman Nov 2, 1985
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Burning (1) Aug 30, 1986
- E2 The Burning (2) Sep 6, 1986
- E3 Jericho Scam Sep 13, 1986
- E4 The Prizefighter Sep 20, 1986
- E5 Extreme Prejudice Sep 27, 1986
- E6 Bird of Prey Oct 4, 1986
- E7 Out of Darkness Oct 11, 1986
- E8 The Cortez Connection Oct 18, 1986
- E9 Mantrap Oct 25, 1986
- E10 Guardian Angel Nov 1, 1986
Frequently asked questions
Who created the series?
The series was created and produced by Ranald Graham.
Who are the lead actors?
The leading roles were played by Michael Brandon and Glynis Barber.
Who produced the show?
It was made by London Weekend Television for ITV.
What is the premise?
The show follows the partnership of an American detective and a British police officer.
Did the lead actors have a personal relationship?
Yes, Michael Brandon and Glynis Barber married each other on 18 November 1989.