Lewis 2007

Overview

Lewis is a British television detective drama series that first aired in 2007. The show stars Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox as Detective Inspector Robert Lewis and Detective Sergeant James Hathaway, respectively. The series is set in Oxford and follows the two detectives as they solve complex criminal cases involving the city's academic community. Produced for ITV, Lewis is a spin-off from the earlier series Inspector Morse, sharing the same Oxford setting. The program ran for multiple seasons between 2007 and 2015, depicting investigations through its central characters who navigate both personal and professional challenges while working for the Thames Valley Police. Supporting cast members include Clare Holman and Rebecca Front. The series was broadcast on ITV and later became available through various streaming platforms. Oxford's scholarly environment frequently plays a role in the show's plotlines, with crimes often involving university staff, students, or academic institutions. The production maintains a focus on traditional detective work combined with character-driven storytelling.