Inspector George Gently 2008
“In 1960s Britain, an upstanding detective takes on a dangerous world”
What is Inspector George Gently?
"Inspector George Gently" is a crime drama television series that explores the changing landscape of law enforcement in a specific era. The show is set in the 1960s, a time when societal norms and values were undergoing significant transformations.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 8, 2008
- Last aired
- Oct 30, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Mystery, Crime
- Updated
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Overview
"Inspector George Gently" is a crime drama television series that explores the changing landscape of law enforcement in a specific era. The show is set in the 1960s, a time when societal norms and values were undergoing significant transformations. The series follows the story of an old-school detective, who is struggling to adapt to the evolving world around him. The lines between the police and criminals have become increasingly blurred, creating a complex and challenging environment for the detective to navigate. The show delves into the nuances of this era, examining the impact of these changes on the detective's work and personal life.
Should you watch it?
“An old-school detective navigates the changing moral landscape of 1960s Britain.”
- Engaging 1960s setting
- Classic detective storytelling
- Blurring lines between police and criminals can make for heavy viewing
Watch it if you enjoy period crime dramas featuring traditional detectives.
The series deals with crime and mystery themes appropriate for its television rating.
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Season 1 · 3 episodes
- E1 Gently Go Man (Pilot) Mytharc Apr 8, 2008
- E2 The Burning Man Core Jul 13, 2008
- E3 Bomber's Moon Mytharc Jul 20, 2008
Season 2 · 4 episodes
- E1 Gently with the Innocents Mytharc May 3, 2009
- E2 Gently in the Night Core May 10, 2009
- E3 Gently in the Blood Mytharc May 17, 2009
- E4 Gently Through the Mill Mytharc May 24, 2009
Season 3 · 2 episodes
- E1 Gently Evil Mytharc Sep 26, 2010
- E2 Peace and Love Mytharc Oct 3, 2010
Season 4 · 2 episodes
- E1 Gently Upside Down Mytharc Sep 4, 2011
- E2 Goodbye China Mytharc Sep 11, 2011
Season 5 · 4 episodes
- E1 Gently Northern Soul Mytharc Aug 26, 2012
- E2 Gently with Class Core Sep 2, 2012
- E3 The Lost Child Core Sep 9, 2012
- E4 Gently in the Cathedral Mytharc Sep 16, 2012
Frequently asked questions
When is the series set?
The series is set in the 1960s.
What genre is the show?
It is a crime and mystery drama.
Who is the main character?
The main character is an old-school detective named Inspector George Gently.
What is the premise of the show?
An upstanding detective tries to come to terms with a time when the lines between police and criminals are blurred.
Where does the series take place?
The series takes place in 1960s Britain.
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